Elmwood was officially established in 1853. It was originally connected to Cedar Grove by a bridge across Smith’s Creek. The 1890’s saw the creek filled in with the extension of Princess Anne Ave. (now Road). That period also saw the wall extended, the addition of the entrance gate, and more land added. The Cemetery comprises just under 50 acres. A Map is found at: https://www.norfolk.gov/DocumentCenter/View/6126