Central Burying Ground — Local services in Boston

It is supposed to be opened daily from 9 AM to 4 PM. I arrived late so I could only observed through the cast iron fence. It is part of the history of Boston Common. Dating from 1756, it was part of Colonel Fitch's pasture. It was aquired from Andrew Oliver Jr. due to overcrowding of other cemeteries, mainly King's Chapel, Copp's Hill and Granary Burying Grounds. It was the fourth cemetery in Boston. It was used to bury British soldiers who died of disease or were killed in the Revolutionary War, foreigners who died in Boston, French Roman Catholics, Americans who participated in the Boston Tea ☕ Party 🎉 or who died in the Battle of Bunker Hill. There is an estimated 5000 people buried here. There are 487 tombsones and 282 tombs. In 1826, the cemetery was no longer allowed to open new graves or open new 🆕 tombs. The ban was temporarily rescinded in 1836 which allowed more tombs to be built. In 1835/1836, under the administration of the 6th Mayor of Boston, Samuel Turell Armstrong, a row of tombs were removed in order to connect Boylston and Tremont Streets by cutting through the corner of the burying grounds. The remains that were removed during the construction 🚧 were moved to what is referred to as " the Dell", which boston.gov describes as a large free standing structure on the west end of the 🪏 burying grounds. The remains were stacked on top of each other with no grave 🪦 markings. Around 1895/1895, subway construction unearthed the remains of 900 British soldiers. They they were interred in a mass grave at the northwest part of the burying grounds. Three boundry markers with a tablet which reads "Here were interred the remains of persons found under the Boylston St. Mall during the digging of the subway, 1895." Amongst the deceased are Samuel Sprague and his son Charles Sprague. Samuel was a participant in the Boston Tea ☕ Party and fought in the Revolutionary War. Charles was one of America's earliest poets. Painter Gilbert Stuart who painted the famous portrait of George and Martha "why did you say that name" Washington. The portrait of George Washington that Stuart created is used on the one 💵 dollar bill. Composer William Billings, author of the colonial hymn "Chester". Caleb Davis, patriot of the Revolutionary War, merchant and speaker in the Massachusetts 5the Massachusetts General Court. Stephen Higginson, Massachusetts member to the Continental Congress and privateer during the Revolutionary War. 🐿️ Squirrels and birds, not named Larry, are the only life 🧬 I observed in the grounds. If you are into history, it is worth...

Central Burying Ground in Boston

Our visit to the Central Burying Ground in Boston was both fascinating and enriching. Established in 1756, this historic cemetery is located on the edge of Boston Common and offers a unique glimpse into the city’s past.

One interesting fact about the Central Burying Ground is that it serves as the final resting place for many British soldiers who died during the Revolutionary War, as well as American patriots and notable Bostonians. Additionally, the cemetery includes a section for the graves of those who died during the Boston Smallpox Epidemic of 1792, reflecting the public health challenges of the era.

The cemetery is also known for its serene and picturesque setting, making it a peaceful spot to explore and reflect. Among the notable burials is the artist Gilbert Stuart, famous for his portraits of George Washington.

Overall, the Central Burying Ground is a captivating site that combines history, art, and the natural beauty of Boston Common. It's a must-see for anyone interested in the rich tapestry of...

At least it has a good fence around it. The review in Russian captures the majority of what is seen here. Over all kind of a sad place. No path into or through the gravestones save a dirt track for thirty feet. Most stones are in a bad state of repair and illegible. Not sure why they disallow gravestone rubbing. It would behoove the city to preserve something of the names and details of these graves from the time of the nation's founding. Came in March and littered with fallen beaches and twigs. A...