St. James Episcopal Cemetery, cemetery in Marietta, Georgia, U.S
St. James Episcopal Cemetery is a burial ground in Marietta established in the 1840s, featuring graves, cremation gardens, and niche areas for ashes spread across shaded grounds. The paths wind through old trees, passing simple and ornate headstones that span different time periods.
The land was purchased in 1844 and burials began in 1849 with Lucien Wright, a priest from Maryland. Over the decades, it became the resting place for prominent townspeople including a former Georgia governor, city founders, and Civil War artist Alfred Waud.
The cemetery holds the names of families who shaped Marietta's development and community. Walking through the graves offers a chance to connect with the town's past and understand the people who built this place.
The cemetery is open during daylight hours and easy to reach. The grounds are suited for walking, and the nearby church office can assist with locating specific graves or answering questions.
Civil War artist Alfred Waud, who sketched battles in the area, chose to be buried here despite coming from the North. A Boy Scout created a detailed cemetery map that helps visitors locate specific graves with ease today.
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