Hillside Cemetery

Hillside Cemetery is a burial ground in North Adams, Massachusetts, with numerous gravestones and monuments arranged along winding paths that follow the natural slopes of the landscape. The pathways create a network connecting different sections of the grounds across the hillside.

The cemetery was established in the 1800s as an example of burial ground design from that era. It contains graves of industrial pioneers who shaped the early development of North Adams.

The gravestones show different building styles from ornate Victorian monuments to simple markers, reflecting how people of different backgrounds lived in the community.

The grounds are open during daylight hours and visitors can explore the paths on their own or join guided tours. Wear comfortable shoes since the paths go over hills and uneven ground.

From the elevated location you can see far across the Berkshire Mountains and the city of North Adams below, which shapes how the cemetery feels. This view was likely an important reason for choosing this spot.

Location: North Adams

GPS coordinates: 42.70000,-73.12360

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:46