Mountain Grove Cemetery Assn
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Mountain Grove Cemetery, Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States, was laid out in 1849 in the then popular rural cemetery design in a park-like, rural setting away from the center of the city. The cemetery was founded by showman P. T. Barnum, who himself is buried there.
attractions: Nutmeg Bowl, Goodwill Fairfield Store & Donation Station, Colorblends House & Spring Garden, restaurants: Andros Diner, Akita Hibachi & Sushi Japanese Steakhouse, Ruuthai's Kitchen, La Mexicana Restaurant & Bakery, Chaves Bakery & Deli, Pearls n Swirls, The Post, Family Flamez Restaurant, Bills Crossroads, Bella Sera Ristorante
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Mountain Grove Cemetery, Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States, was laid out in 1849 in the then popular rural cemetery design in a park-like, rural setting away from the center of the city. The cemetery was founded by showman P. T. Barnum, who himself is buried there.
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I recently interred my deceased sister here in their mausoleum. The cemetery contains prestigious historical figures PT Barnum and Gen Tom Thumb. There are also a lot of Beardsleys here, a family that has been prominent in the history of Bridgeport. Old-style large monuments abound. The area around the mausoleum is well kept, and there is a fountain in the center of the area. There is actually a family crypt for "Fountain" right by the fountain. I thought the Fountain Family might have donated it, but it turns out that is just a coincidence. The person I talked to in the office said he wasn't aware of it and that he had never heard anyone else mention it, but it is right there just above the fountain as you look at it from the front: "FOUNTAIN" on the largest crypt. There is also a tombstone nearby with the name "Lundberg" printed very large on it. That gives me some light pleasure every time I go visit her tomb--people who read my reviews regularly understand ;). The cemetery is old and heavily wooded, and Ash Creek runs along the western and southern borders. One of the most important consumer considerations is of course price. I can tell you that compared to Willowbrook Cemetery in Westport, where our parents are laid to rest, this quite beautiful and pleasant cemetery is less than 1/3 the price. My parents provided for their own interment and I could not afford to place my sister there, but I am glad to come see her where she is. Have to give it to MGC for being an excellent value. And the fountain area is a very soothing peaceful place, comparable to being on the "Willow Brook" that my parents' tomb is blessedly right beside.
David SchafferDavid Schaffer
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WOW! Awesome office staff. Passing thru on my way back to Orlando. I could not find grave site monunent for my great grandfather and family. They did the research and drove me out to site to be sure I found it!!! ... They are all so wonderful I am "dying" to go back!
David HedbergDavid Hedberg
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Beautiful large Cemetery in Bridgeport. Contains the graves of PT Barnum and Tom Thumb. Recommend checking out if you are in the area, please be respectful of the grounds and everyone there.
The RevThe Rev
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Of course PT Barnum and Tom thumb Is here BUT Medal Of Honor recipients too and a Major Frye all the way at the end who was killed at Bunker Hill
bizzy izzybizzy izzy
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“John Thumb” and Barnum, from the museum who donated a lot to Bridgeport. A lot of history here as were as the surrounding areas of Bridgeport.
B CB C
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Fannie J Crosby is located on Section 8. Go about 100 yards, stop, then on your right look for the grave on this picture.
Ezra FiveEzra Five
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Nearby Attractions Of Mountain Grove Cemetery Assn
Nutmeg Bowl
Goodwill Fairfield Store & Donation Station
Colorblends House & Spring Garden

Nutmeg Bowl
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Goodwill Fairfield Store & Donation Station
4.0
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Colorblends House & Spring Garden
4.5
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Nearby Restaurants Of Mountain Grove Cemetery Assn
Andros Diner
Akita Hibachi & Sushi Japanese Steakhouse
Ruuthai's Kitchen
La Mexicana Restaurant & Bakery
Chaves Bakery & Deli
Pearls n Swirls
The Post
Family Flamez Restaurant
Bills Crossroads
Bella Sera Ristorante

Andros Diner
4.2
(766)$
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Akita Hibachi & Sushi Japanese Steakhouse
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(436)$$
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Ruuthai's Kitchen
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(170)$
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La Mexicana Restaurant & Bakery
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(161)$
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