Guidelines for Preservation Planning for Historic Burial Grounds and Cemeteries

Prepare of Preservation Planning

The preservation of historic burial grounds and cemeteries must involve all components of a site from maps and written records to the landscape and the gravestones. Three basic steps should be undertaken to prepare for preservation planning options:

Next Steps

Once the historic significance and condition of a site is understood and the landscape and grave marker materials and conditions are evaluated, a preservation philosophy can be considered and options for preservation prioritized into a Preservation Plan. Carrying out any preservation or conservation of headstones and memorials can cost money. Developing a preservation master plan to serve as a framework and timeline for phased preservation projects, decision making, fundraising, and appropriate historic interpretation will be a worthwhile effort.

St. Paul's United Preservation Sign
St. Paul's United Preservation Sign