It is true that Mount Auburn is first and foremost a cemetery, but it is also a National Historic Landmark, a botanical garden, an outdoor museum of art and architecture, and an important habitat for urban wildlife. Attend one of our many events and discover for yourself what makes this place so special!
Mount Auburn is proud to participate in in MCC’s Card to Culture Program. Click here to learn more.
Funding for programs has been provided in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council.
Following the model developed by Jon Underwood (based on the ideas of Bernard Crettaz), a Death Cafe is an opportunity for people to eat cake, drink tea, and discuss death. The goal is to “increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their (finite) lives.” At Mount Auburn's Death […]
A transformative performance on grief, created by composer, poet, and producer, Carolyn Surrick, accompanied by actress Laurie O'Brien. This spare and stunning new work by Carolyn Surrick is a window into a family’s grief, a poignant reminder of the unending boundaries of love, a vehicle for memory, and a place where words and music meet […]
As spring approaches, come reconnect with your rewilding spirit. Through activities and conversation, join guest guide Stefanie Haug (LICSW) as you refresh your senses and reboot your appreciation for the natural world as we prepare for more time outdoors at Mount Auburn Cemetery. This series will occur monthly, offering a variety of events centered around […]
Roll out your mat and rediscover your natural rhythm through intentional yoga poses guided by Artemis Yoga. You are invited to move mindfully, breathe deeply and rediscover your natural rhythm through the grace of yoga in the tranquility of Mount Auburn. In this rejuvenating class with Artemis Yoga, you will experience both energetic and calming […]