“Little Emily” by Henry Dexter
Emily Binney Monument by Henry Dexter, engraving by James Smillie One of the most prominent sculptors in Boston in the mid-19th century was Henry Dexter. Born in Nelson near Utica, New York in 1806, Dexter later moved with his family … Continue reading
Reception House Built
Reception House, 583 Mount Auburn Street 1870 Nathaniel J. Bradlee, architect Extant with modifications The reception house was built in 1870 directly across from the main gate as part of a growing concern for visitor comfort in the mid-nineteenth century. … Continue reading
The Great Horned Owl
Of all the birds that have been seen at Mount Auburn, the Great Horned Owl has by far attracted the most attention not only by the birding community – but by general visitors as well. The Great Horned Owl rests during … Continue reading
Mount Auburn, CFO Honored by WBCC
On the evening of November 1, 2012, members of Mount Auburn staff headed to the annual Watertown-Belmont Chamber of Commerce Award Night. Mount Auburn President David Barnett accepted the Chamber of Commerce Award for outstanding cooperation with the business community as a … Continue reading