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Eugene Masonic Cemetery
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This community treasure is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Remarkably, it is also an active, operating cemetery. Established in 1859, Eugene’s first cemetery includes pioneers, such as city founder Eugene Skinner, and modern notables like blues disc jockey “Rooster” Gavin Fox.
The cemetery retains “Masonic” in its name, as an important historic reference, but is no longer officially affiliated. The historical importance and natural beauty of this woodland setting are being rediscovered and protected.
The beautifully restored Hope Abbey Mausoleum is open to the public from 1 to 4 pm on the last Sunday of each month, except December. Check in at the garden shed kiosk.
2009 marked our 150th year and the anniversary of Oregon statehood. Not a government operation, EMC is managed by a vigorous nonprofit organization, generous donors, and dedicated staff.