Amherst West Cemetery, Historic site and park in Amherst, Massachusetts, United States.
The West Cemetery spans 4 acres along Triangle Street, featuring hundreds of slate gravemarkers and intricate stone carvings from multiple historical periods.
Established in 1730 by Hadley voters, the cemetery served as the sole burial ground in Amherst for 90 years until additional locations opened in 1817.
The cemetery includes the Dickinson family plot with a wrought iron fence, marking the resting place of notable community members from different social backgrounds.
Visitors can access the cemetery through the Burnham Gates, which feature ashlar stone piers with molded cornices and pyramidal capstones.
The southeast section contains African American burials, while the southwest corner preserves the oldest markers dating from 1737.
Location: Amherst
GPS coordinates: 42.37956,-72.51767
Latest update: March 3, 2025 11:01
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