Support Preservation at Mount Auburn
The William C. Clendaniel Preservation Fund supports the specialized care that keeps our unique collections in good condition for years to come. Mount Auburn Cemetery was designated a National Historic Landmark because of its exceptional historic landscape, which consists of … Continue reading
The Genesis of The Experimental Garden at Mount Auburn Cemetery
Mount Auburn was born from the marriage of two ideas: an ornamental cemetery for the commemoration of the dead and an experimental garden in which to practice the art and science of horticulture.[1] The Cemetery’s founders were members of the … Continue reading
Hobblebush
…We tramped for miles on a wooded walk Where dog-hobble grew on its twisted stalk… -Dana Gioia Recently, while entering the higher end of Sumac Path heading down towards Consecration Dell there were several plants of Hobblebush, Viburnum lantanoides,just … Continue reading
Choreographing New Life and Death: A Conversation with Liz Walker
In 2022, we have welcomed seven Artists-in-Residence to create original works inspired by their experiences at Mount Auburn. Meet choreographer and ballet dancer Liz Walker, whose “Dance of Arrival” will feature a behind-the-scenes preview for members on May 15, 2022 … Continue reading