Rhode Island Historical Cemetery

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236 Main St
Wakefield, RI 02879
https://rihistoriccemeteries.org

Rhode Island Historical Cemetery Commission is dedicated to studying the location, condition, and inventory of historical cemeteries in Rhode Island. They aim to showcase the developmental patterns of each community through these historic sites, reflecting social and economic growth over time.

The organization is committed to formulating plans for the restoration, rehabilitation, and maintenance of historical cemeteries. They strive to identify funding sources such as grants and sponsors to support these preservation efforts and educate the public on how to report unmarked or unregistered cemeteries.

Volunteers are essential to the mission, as they assist in locating cemeteries, documenting gravestones, and researching deeds. The organization emphasizes respect for property owners, nature, and historical integrity when engaging in cemetery preservation activities, providing guidelines and support for those willing to contribute to this important cause.

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4.01 reviews
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Robert S.
8/20/2024

This cemetery is located fifty feet east of Main Street in Wakefield at telephone pole #1136, next to the Wakefield Baptist Church, behind the parking lot. It is now seventy feet by fifty feet,...

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