Bennington Street Cemetery - View this location on map Founded in 1838, the cemetery is one of the oldest planned open spaces in East Boston and reflects the rapid growth and cultural diversity of the community. Intricately carved gravemarkers are illustrative of early 19th century trends toward elaborate monumentation and the creation of picturesque landscapes. An 1852 tree planting campaign created a living legacy and gives testimony to an early reforestation effort. Bennington and Swift Street, Boston, MA Historical

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