Westerly Burying Ground 2015 Centre Street, Boston, MA 02132
About the Business
Welcome to Westerly Burying Ground, a historic cemetery and serene park located at 2015 Centre Street, Boston, Massachusetts. Established in 1683 by the town selectmen to serve the residents of West Roxbury, this site holds a deep historical significance and offers a peaceful retreat in the bustling city.
Originally part of the Town of Roxbury, West Roxbury became its own entity in 1851 and later joined the City of Boston in 1874. Westerly Burying Ground has been a resting place for the community's earliest and most notable families, as well as a final home for veterans of the Revolutionary and Civil Wars. This cemetery is renowned for its extensive collection of funerary art, showcasing gravestones from the eighteenth, nineteenth, and a few from the twentieth century.
Visitors will also find unique individual mound tombs scattered throughout the grounds, a distinctive feature compared to the larger communal tombs seen elsewhere. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply seeking a tranquil spot to reflect, Westerly Burying Ground offers a window into the past and a haven of peace amidst the urban landscape.
Location & Phone number
2015 Centre Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02132, United States
Hours open
Monday:
09:00 - 16:00
Tuesday:
09:00 - 16:00
Wednesday:
09:00 - 16:00
Thursday:
09:00 - 16:00
Friday:
09:00 - 16:00
Saturday:
09:00 - 16:00
Sunday:
09:00 - 16:00
Reviews
"Worth visiting to view the old head stones, quite a few of which pre-date the revolutionary war. I took off one star because a spirit followed me home and terrorized my roommate and I for a couple of days."
"Cool place. Tons of old graves."
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