Introducing “Beyond the Gates: A Cemetery Explorer’s Guide” Blog Series by Corinne Elicone and Zoë G. Burnett
Beyond the Gates: A Cemetery Explorer’s Guide is a blog hosted by The Friends of Mount Auburn Cemetery written and researched by Corinne Elicone and Zoë G. Burnett. Inspired by Andrew Kull’s New England Cemeteries; a Collector’s Guide, our intention … Continue reading
Yellowroot, Xanthorhiza simplicissima
Herein, we pay tribute to Xanthorhiza simplicissima, Yellowroot, which in addition to its roots, also reliably displays yellow autumn foliage. This monotypic (only one species within the genus) subshrub’ botanical name translates from ‘xantho’ for yellow and ‘rhiza’ for root. Continue reading
How You Can Support Mount Auburn’s Wildlife
An incredible diversity of wildlife thrives at Mount Auburn Cemetery – thanks in large part to our Urban Ecology and Citizen Science initiatives. And our goal is to keep making this habitat even better. We have a talented team of … Continue reading
Story Chapel Masonry Repairs Update
The second phase of masonry repairs to Story Chapel and the Administration Building is in full swing. The scope of the project includes reconstruction of stone buttresses with sandstone imported from Locharbriggs quarry in Dumfries, Scotland; major repairs to the … Continue reading