Jack Kerouac
N 42° 36.955 W 071° 18.409
19T E 310803 N 4720743
The final resting place of author Jack Kerouac can be found in in Lowell, Massachusetts.
Waymark Code: WMAG9
Location: Massachusetts, United States
Date Posted: 04/15/2006
Views: 87
Jack Kerouac (March 12, 1922 - October 21, 1969) is considered to be among the most prominent of the "Beat Generation" writers and artisans. Most of his works are autobiographical. His most famous novel (required reading in many college programs) is "On The Road" (1957). Today many people still visit his grave, and it is common to see items left on his stone by his fans, of which there are many throughout the world.
Kerouac is buried in Edson Cemetery in Lowell, Massachusetts. His small, flush stone is inscribed with "He Honored Life".
Description:
Author of "On the Road" and other Beat Generation novels.
Date of birth: 03/12/1922
Date of death: 10/21/1969
Area of notoriety: Literature
Marker Type: Horizontal Marker
Setting: Outdoor
Visiting Hours/Restrictions: Daylight hours
Fee required?: No
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