As the largest municipal cemetery in the US, people from all over the world come to honor the dead, visit notable resting sites, perform genealogical research, and walk the grounds among many other activities. The cemetery is protected in perpetuity and has a stunning array of trees such as gingko, spruce, and sequoia that provide habitat and cover for deer, foxes, owls, hawks, and more.

Read more about the cemetery’s rich history on the cemetery’s website.