Friends Of Poughkeepsie Rural Cemetery
The Poughkeepsie Rural Cemetery is a Hudson Valley landmark of approximately one hundred and fifty acres located on the east bank of the majestic Hudson River and we are the “Friends” of this beautiful site. We were organized in 2003 at the time of the cemetery’s 150th anniversary celebration and have designation as a 501 C3 organization.
Our purpose is to provide information to the public regarding the Poughkeepsie Rural Cemetery, to promote the appreciation of the cemetery’s cultural, historic and natural resources, to enlighten visitors to the cemetery and to assist the Board of Trustees as requested to maintain the cemetery
”Tree
Who Does Not Appreciate The Beauty Of A Tree? Who Does Not Realize The Importance Of Trees As Part Of Our Environment. The Cemetery Is Over 150 Years Old And Many Of Our Large, Stately Trees Are In Their Declining Stages.
”Fountain
As Children Many Of Us Remember Coming To Feed The Ducks In The Pond Located In The Southwestern Part Of The Cemetery – A Fond Memory. The Ducks Still Swim In The Pond Along With The Geese
”Holiday
The Poughkeepsie Rural Cemetery Is The Final Resting Place For So Many Men And Women Who Served Our Country In The Military Services. On Memorial Day, Independence Day And Veterans Day
”Replacement
Old and battered section signs are being replaced annually with new ones. The friends of Poughkeepsie Rural Cemetery has pledged to replace 10 signs per year. No detail was overlooked and we have even included an acorn finial to honor Matthew Vassar, one of our founding committee members, founder of Vassar college and resident of our beautiful cemetery.
”Yearly
Every year in the fall, we host a Guided Living History Tour featuring noteworthy folks who are buried throughout our cemetery. Tickets sell quickly! Tours are advertised in the Poughkeepsie Journal and announced on the cemetery’s Facebook page.
”Twice
Please click here to download our newsletters, which provide comprehensive updates on the efforts we make at the Friends of Poughkeepsie Rural Cemetery.
”Burial”
The Poughkeepsie Rural Cemetery has a long history of exemplary care to those families who have lost loved ones or wish to plan ahead for their own memorialization. There are many choices for burial and commemoration at this unique and historic place.
”Cremation”
Today, more than ever, families are choosing cremation. This cemetery has offered the service of cremation to Hudson Valley families since 1979. Our original crematory was created from the transformation of an existing structure here on the cemetery grounds.
”Pre-Arrangements”
Thinking about your own mortality leaves most people feeling a little uneasy, but more adults are finding that by preplanning and pre-arranging for their own memorial needs offers great emotional and even financial security for them and their families.
“A cemetery is a history of people – a perpetual record of yesterday and a sanctuary of peace and quiet today. A cemetery exists because every life is worth loving and remembering – always.”
Our Story
A Brief History Of The Cemetery
In the middle decades of the nineteenth century, a revolution took place in the manner in which Americans viewed death and burial. “Rural Cemeteries” replaced church yards and family plots as the burial place of choice, and the Poughkeepsie Rural Cemetery was part of this revolution. Even though they were nearly always located near growing urban areas, these cemeteries were called “rural” because their carefully landscaped grounds embodied a respect for nature, and provided a respite from the chaotic bustle of the city.
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