“The Gathering Place” choreographed by Jennifer Lin
Join us on October 23rd and 24th for “The Gathering Place,” a celebration of Mount Auburn choreographed by Jennifer Lin. The sum of a gathering of spirits, people, plants, and animals within a place – Mount Auburn. Inspired by the … Continue reading
Capturing Mount Auburn in Dance with Jennifer Lin
This year we have made mini-grants to five artists to create original works inspired by the Cemetery during a one-year period. Each of the selected artists will create an original project rooted in their experiences at Mount Auburn. Today, meet … Continue reading
Mount Auburn Leadership
Mount Auburn’s leadership is responsible for advancing the Cemetery’s mission, vision, and values. MATTHEW STEPHENS | President & CEO Matthew Stephens serves as Mount Auburn Cemetery’s 14th President & CEO. Stephens, a vocal advocate for the power of green spaces … Continue reading
Balloon Flower
The Balloon Flower is native to eastern Asia and will have stems reaching 2-3-feet high. This perennial is native to eastern Asia and will have stems reaching 2-3-feet high. Balloon Flower is used in traditional Chinese medicine. In Korea these plants have culinary usage. In Japan these flowers are included in the Seven Flowers of Autumn which since the Nara Period (710-794) have inspired poetry and art. Continue reading