Graveyards might not be the first thing you think of when it comes to tourist attractions, but they can reveal plenty about a place. Explore Forest Home Cemetery for some fascinating clues to the past.

This burial ground in Forest Park comes recommended by many travelers, so put it on your travel plans. However, don't end your sightseeing there. There are many more spots waiting for you to explore after Forest Home Cemetery. Brookfield Zoo, Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District, and Anna and Frederick Douglass Park are nearby.

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