The Rural Cemetery Movement and Cedar Grove Cemetery

In the mid-nineteenth century the rural cemetery movement began in the United States and Europe. Stemming from overcrowding and health concerns associated with urban cemeteries, the rural cemetery movement pushed for cemeteries to be moved 1 – 5 miles away from...

New Water Tables!

Cedar Grove Cemetery is always looking for new ways to support those who come to keep their loved ones’ memorials cared for and tended. We are happy to announce that we have built new work tables at water stations throughout the grounds. These tables will...

Memorial Day 2022

There will not be a mass or parade at Cedar Grove Cemetery on Memorial Day this year. NEWS and EVENTS Memorial Day 2022 Spring Cleanup Announcement Fall Cleanup Announcement Events Are on Hold for Now Sunday, December 22nd, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. – Holiday Mass...

Spring Cleanup Announcement

Work on the cemetery grounds in preparation for the spring cleanup has started. Please be advised that ALL items such as Christmas ornaments, artificial flowers, knick-knacks, or decorations NOT listed in the General Rules and Regulations will be removed and will not...

Cedar Grove Still Boasts Old-Time Charm

This article first appeared in the Dorchester Argus-Citizen, May 10, 1990 By Anthony Sammarco, Argus-Citizen Correspondent The Cedar Grove section of Dorchester represents what is commonly known as “New Dorchester,” as opposed to the northern area of the town. To...