Events

If your organization would like to meet in this room, hold a party in it, or otherwise enjoy the charming ambiance of this room with it's beautiful stain glass windows, and newly restored French doors opening to a garden area outside. There is ample parking on site Call or e-mail the office for information.

Meeting Room/Event Space

Experience the charm of our recently refurbished meeting room, featuring stunning stained-glass windows and newly restored French doors that open onto a lovely garden area. Whether your organization wants to hold a meeting or celebrate a special occasion, this space is perfect for any gathering. On-site parking is available for your convenience. For more information, please call or email our office to discuss your plans.

The cemetery welcomes groups that would enjoy a guided tour of the cemetery as well as those who would like to tour on their own. In addition, if you would like to take a walk on your own just let us know by calling the office when you're on your way.

Group or Self-Guided Tours

The cemetery warmly welcomes groups interested in a guided tour, as well as those who prefer to explore on their own. For visitors who want to take a self-guided stroll, call us at the office before arriving, and we’ll be happy to assist you. We look forward to providing you with a meaningful experience as you explore our serene grounds.

Recognizing that our 37 acres is the only significant green space in the congested lower North Ward, we have formed a partnership with the New Jersey Tree Foundation to replace trees and to plant new ones. The old growth trees provide an atmosphere of an arboretum. We encourage friends to get involved on tree planting days.

Volunteer Opportunities

Tree Planting: Join us in our mission to preserve the beautiful green space of our 37-acre site in the lower North Ward! In partnership with the New Jersey Tree Foundation, we are actively replacing and planting trees to maintain our arboretum atmosphere.

Grounds Clean-up: Despite our daily efforts to keep the grounds pristine, occasional help is needed. We invite you to participate in our planting days and community clean-ups, which are held three times a year.

Gravestone Cleaning: An experienced community volunteer visits the cemetery weekly to clean gravestones, and we welcome others to join him and learn the techniques.

Sip and Paint: Occasionally, a group of volunteers gathers to fulfill other projects, such as repainting the cemetery's cast-iron path signs. Please add your name to our volunteer list by calling the office, stopping by in person, or adding your name to our website contact form.

Special Events

Our first large scale event was a Halloween party. Volunteer actors told stories of people like: John Dryden founder of the Prudential Insurance Co; Mrs. Compton whose son went down with the Titanic; Gov. Marcus Ward, whose role as a "Soldiers Friend" during the Civil War was told and many more. These stories held hundreds of children enthralled as they waited for their candy. Parents in this congested neighborhood love it because they don't have to worry about busy street traffic, and their children learn about the history of the city they live in. This event is usually held when Halloween is on a Saturday or Sunday. Check our website for the next Halloween event.