A Tranquil Escape: Discover Sleepy Hollow Cemetery in Concord

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are starting from downtown Lawrence, head east on 9th Street toward Massachusetts Street. Continue straight until you reach the intersection with Massachusetts Street. Turn right onto Massachusetts Street and walk south until you reach 6th Street. At 6th Street, take a left and continue walking until you reach the intersection with Connecticut Street. Turn right onto Connecticut Street and walk all the way to the end where it intersects with 15th Street. At this point, you will see a bus stop for the #29 bus at the corner of 15th and Connecticut. Board the #29 bus heading to Concord. Stay on the bus until you reach the final stop. From there, it’s a short walk to the Sleepy Hollow Cemetery, which is located on Bedford St.

• Public Transit

  From the Kansas Union, walk to the nearest bus stop and catch the #29 bus towards Concord. The bus service operates regularly, so you shouldn't have to wait long. Once aboard, remain on the bus until it reaches Bedford St. After disembarking, you can easily find Sleepy Hollow Cemetery by following the signs or asking a local for directions.

• Biking

  If you prefer to bike, you can rent a bike from one of the local bike rental shops in Lawrence. Head south on Massachusetts Street and then take a left on 6th Street. Follow 6th Street until you reach Connecticut Street and make a right. Continue straight until you reach 15th Street, then make a left. Follow 15th Street until you reach Bedford Street, where you will find Sleepy Hollow Cemetery.