Hidden Cemeteries of Astoria

Two tiny, forgotten cemeteries sit near each other in old Astoria, Queens: one was a burying ground for the wealthy families who ran the town, and the other was for Irish immigrants who fled the famine. Here's a look at the history behind the graveyards, as well as a puzzling mystery about a nearby churchyard that may or may not be a burial site. Highlights include: • Robbers hiding their loot in a church tower • The mystery of a man with two graves • The discovery of human remains during a construction project For the shownotes and sources, visit buriedsecretspodcast.com. Follow on instagram @buriedsecretspodcast E-mail at [email protected].