Fort Lincoln Funeral Home, Inc.

Fort Lincoln Funeral Home & Cemetery, located at 3401 Bladensburg Road in Brentwood, Maryland, is a distinguished provider of compassionate and comprehensive end-of-life services. Since its founding, the funeral home has been a cornerstone of the community, offering a serene setting along the Anacostia River that provides peace and comfort to families during their most difficult times. As part of the Dignity Memorial network, Fort Lincoln combines the warmth of a locally operated business with the resources and value of North America's largest provider of funeral, cremation, and cemetery services. The funeral home was built in 1991 and features a formal chapel that seats up to 210 guests, several intimate viewing rooms, a hospitality suite for gatherings, and a repast room that can accommodate 110 people. This repast room is adorned with a stunning stained-glass window designed by the renowned Conrad Pickel Studio, depicting Abraham Lincoln, the cemetery's old spring house, and the bell tower of the community mausoleum. The grounds also include the Little Church, an architecturally award-winning structure with soaring arched ceilings, carved wood benches, and stained-glass windows illustrating Shakespeare's 'Seven Ages of Man.' The Little Church serves as a popular venue for committal services and weddings alike. Fort Lincoln Funeral Home is dedicated to creating personalized tributes that honor the unique lives of those they serve. Whether families desire a traditional funeral, a modern celebration of life with live music and catering, or unique elements such as a butterfly release or a horse-drawn carriage, the caring team goes above and beyond to fulfill these wishes. The on-site crematory provides families with complete control and assurance, as loved ones never leave their care. The adjacent Fort Lincoln Cemetery, chartered in 1912, spans 176 acres of historically significant land that was once part of the Bladensburg dueling grounds and a site where President Abraham Lincoln met with troops during the Civil War under the legendary Lincoln Oak. The cemetery offers diverse burial options including traditional in-ground plots, above-ground entombment in four mausoleums, lawn crypts, private estates, and a cremation garden with niches, benches, and private columbaria. The community mausoleum houses the largest collection of privately owned stained glass in Washington, D.C., featuring scenes from Arthurian literature. Fort Lincoln is known for its exceptional service, earning a 4.6-star rating from over 640 reviews on Google and a 4.7-star rating from more than 2,000 reviews on its website. The facility is wheelchair accessible and offers free on-site parking. Their dedicated team is available 24/7 to provide immediate assistance, pre-planning guidance, and support with obituaries, multimedia tributes, and all aspects of funeral and memorial arrangements. Fort Lincoln Funeral Home & Cemetery remains a trusted and compassionate partner for families throughout the Maryland and Washington, D.C., areas.