Massachusetts National Cemetery

Massachusetts National Cemetery is a large burial ground occupying roughly 3000 acres next to Otis Air Force Base and serves as a final resting place for military service members. The site offers options for casket burials and cremated remains, with all essential services including grave preparation and marker installation provided.

The cemetery opened in 1980 following the National Cemetery Act of 1973, which transferred military burial grounds to the Veterans Administration. Since then it has developed into an important memorial site for service members spanning multiple generations of military service.

The grounds serve as a place where visitors come to remember military service members from different eras and conflicts. The memorial structures along the pathways create a space for quiet remembrance and personal reflection.

The site is located roughly 60 miles southeast of Boston and is easily reached by car. For information about burial options and visiting hours, contact the cemetery in advance to get specific details and guidance.

The cemetery holds Jared Monti, a service member awarded the Medal of Honor, along with two famous World War II pilots. These notable individuals are part of a larger community of roughly 78000 service members who have found their final rest here.

Location: Bourne

Inception: October 11, 1980

Website: http://cem.va.gov/cems/nchp/massachusetts.asp

GPS coordinates: 41.67300,-70.58330

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:08