Old Burying Ground

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1541 Barrington St
Halifax, NS B3J 1Z4
+1 (902) 826-2630
http://oldburyingground.ca

The Old Burying Ground is a National Historic Site of Canada and a Nova Scotia Heritage Property located in Halifax, established in 1749 and closed in 1844. Maintained by the Old Burying Ground Foundation, a non-profit organization, this historic cemetery is the final resting place for over 10,000 individuals, including many notable residents.

The site features the Welsford-Parker Monument, commemorating two local soldiers who served in the Crimean War, and has been recognized as a Municipal Heritage site since 1986, a Provincial Heritage Property in 1988, and a National Historic Site in 1991. Ongoing restoration efforts continue to preserve its historical significance for future generations.

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