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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!

 

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Funding for programs has been provided in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council.

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Book Club: The Serviceberry by Robin Wall Kimmerer

Join us November 4th at 2pm to discuss, "The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World" by Robin Wall Kimmerer.   REGISTER HERE>>   Experience a deeper connection to […]

Discover Mount Auburn Walking Tour

Mount Auburn Cemetery 580 Mount Auburn St., Cambridge

This 1.5-mile walking tour will focus on stories of history, monuments, and the lives of those buried here. Mount Auburn, designated a National Historic Landmark, is one of the country’s […]

Great Oaks – a walking tour

Mount Auburn Cemetery 580 Mount Auburn St., Cambridge

A celebration of America's most widespread hardwood tree. Capacity: 30 people We just celebrated our 195th birthday, and of all our Cemetery trees, there are few that are more majestic and […]

Sunset Sound Bath

An indoor Guided Meditation, Relaxation and Sound Experience. Sound Healing practitioner Marlene Boyette welcomes all to be held by the earth, to find refuge, to rest, and to be led through a […]

Head for the Hills! The Seven Hills of Mount Auburn

Beginning in 1831, Cemetery founders laid out roads and paths to enhance the hills and valleys among the natural woodland. Seven distinct hills, nestled in its center, were marked as […]

Fall Centerpiece Making Workshop

Join us for a hands-on fall centerpiece making workshop led by a member of Mount Auburn’s Greenhouse team. Learn the basics of seasonal arrangements while creating your own fall- themed […]

Death Café

Death Café

Mount Auburn Cemetery 580 Mount Auburn St., Cambridge

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. […]