Queens, New York: Houdini's Grave
The world's most famous magician died on Halloween 1926. His impressive tombstone sometimes has a small bust of Houdini atop it, but it's often stolen and then replaced.
Machpelah Cemetery
- Address:
- 8230 Cypress Hills St., Queens, NY
- Directions:
- Machpelah Cemetery. Entrance is on the north side of Cypress Ave., just west of its intersection with Cypress Hills St.
- Hours:
- Gates open daily 8-3:45 Local health policies may affect hours and access.
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The bust of Houdini at his grave has been replaced.
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