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Cemetery FAQs

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1. Who is in charge of Town cemeteries?

The Cemetery Department has jurisdiction over Waterside, Harbor View, Old Burial Hill, Green Street and Harris Street Cemeteries. All inquiries should be addressed to Superintendent William James. More Information...

2. How can I purchase a burial plot in Marblehead?

You may contact the Superintendent's office to make an appointment to speak to the superintendent. Niches in the chapel and burial plots at Waterside are available to any Marblehead resident taxpayer, ownership being non-transferable.

3. Can flowers be planted on a burial plot or grave?

Permission must be obtained directly from the plot owner before planting.

4. Can plot owners plant flowers on the burial plot?

Plot owners are allowed to plant a small garden that extends out one foot directly in front of the stone.

5. I am interested in genealogy. Where can I do research?

The Marblehead Cemetery Department, the Unitarian Universalist Church of Marblehead, the Catholic Cemetery Association and the Town Clerk's office are good places to start. More Information...

6. Where can I learn more about the history of Old Burial Hill?

The Old Burial Hill website has photographs and commentray on the cemetery. Abbot Public Library also has additional information.