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!
Funding for programs has been provided in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council.
“And flights of angels sing thee to thy rest.” Many monuments at Mount Auburn are adorned with quotations from the great English poet and playwright, William Shakespeare, and several theatre actors are among our distinguished residents. Join Volunteer Docent Susan Zawalich to honor the 461th birthday of The Bard of Avon (actual birthday is April […]
Join our staff for any or all of these hour-long early morning excursions to discover what’s in bloom and any other items of horticultural interest. From early bulbs to magnificent flowering trees, we will try to catch them all. REGISTER HERE>> Capacity: 25 people per walk Meet at Story Chapel ... Experience a deeper connection […]
Join us for a spring bird walk searching for both migrant and breeding birds. Bring your binoculars and field guide. All skill levels welcome. Registration Required. REGISTER HERE>> Tuesday Walks with Jason Barcus May 6 | 6:45 AM May 13 | 6:45 AM Jason Barcus, Brookline Bird Club trip leader, wildlife photographer Wednesday Walks with […]
Join us for a spring bird walk searching for both migrant and breeding birds. Bring your binoculars and field guide. All skill levels welcome. Registration Required. REGISTER HERE>> Tuesday Walks with Jason Barcus May 6 | 6:45 AM May 13 | 6:45 AM Jason Barcus, Brookline Bird Club trip leader, wildlife photographer Wednesday Walks with […]
Mount Auburn, designated a National Historic Landmark, is one of the country’s most significant designed landscapes. Here the arts of horticulture, architecture and sculpture combine with the beauty of nature to create a place of comfort and inspiration. This 1.5-mile walking tour will focus on stories of history, monuments, and the lives of those buried […]
With a cornucopia of flowers enhancing our designed landscape, there is seemingly no view that fails to interest us. Join Visitor Services Assistant, Jim Gorman for a walk of selected horticultural highlights. REGISTER HERE>> Capacity: 30 people per walk Meet at Story Chapel ... Experience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or […]
Join our staff for any or all of these hour-long early morning excursions to discover what’s in bloom and any other items of horticultural interest. From early bulbs to magnificent flowering trees, we will try to catch them all. REGISTER HERE>> Capacity: 25 people per walk Meet at Story Chapel ... Experience a deeper connection […]
Join us for a spring bird walk searching for both migrant and breeding birds. Bring your binoculars and field guide. All skill levels welcome. Registration Required. REGISTER HERE>> Tuesday Walks with Jason Barcus May 6 | 6:45 AM May 13 | 6:45 AM Jason Barcus, Brookline Bird Club trip leader, wildlife photographer Wednesday Walks with […]
Join us for a spring bird walk searching for both migrant and breeding birds. Bring your binoculars and field guide. All skill levels welcome. Registration Required. REGISTER HERE>> Tuesday Walks with Jason Barcus May 6 | 6:45 AM May 13 | 6:45 AM Jason Barcus, Brookline Bird Club trip leader, wildlife photographer Wednesday Walks with […]
Join us for a spring bird walk searching for both migrant and breeding birds. Bring your binoculars and field guide. All skill levels welcome. Registration Required. REGISTER HERE>> Tuesday Walks with Jason Barcus May 6 | 6:45 AM May 13 | 6:45 AM Jason Barcus, Brookline Bird Club trip leader, wildlife photographer Wednesday Walks with […]