From the introduction: “The commemoration of the founding of Spring Grove 150 years ago presents an opportunity to acknowledge the many groups and individuals who have made Spring Grove an important piece in the fabric of Cincinnati. We should thank the founders who in 1845 had the vision to select 166 acres of rolling hills and forests far from the dirt and grime of the city, yet still accessible, and for their interest in horticulture which created one of the nation’s first aboretums. The dedication of the Cemetery’s Boatd of Directors from the very beginning deserves recognition….. Because of the work of its dedicated staff, Spring Grove became and still remains one of the nation’s most important designed landscapes and one of Cincinatti’s most historical places. Finally, the citizens of Cincinatti and the surrounding area have made Spring Grove the final repose for the famous and not famous, rich and poor, great and humble. It is a place for those who love history, as well as one for those who love tradition and the recognition of people for their contributions to community, friend and family."

Spring Grove: Celebrating 150 Years

Linden, Blanche M. G.

Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum / Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum

Originally published in 1989, this book offers an insightful inquiry into the intellectual and cultural origins of Mount Auburn Cemetery, the first landscape in the United States to be designed in the picturesque style. Inspired by developments in England and France, and founded in 1831, Mount Auburn became the prototype for the "rural cemetery" movement and was an important precursor of many of America's public parks, beginning with New York City's Central Park.This new edition has been completely redesigned in a larger format, with new photographs and a new epilogue that carries the story forward into the twentieth century. Published in association with Library of American Landscape History: http://lalh.org/

Silent City on a Hill: Picturesque Landscapes of Memory and Boston's Mount Auburn Cemetery

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University of Massachusetts Press

This award-winning book offers an insightful inquiry into the intellectual and cultural origins of Mount Auburn Cemetery, the first landscape in the United States to be designed in the picturesque style. Inspired by developments in England and France, Mount Auburn, founded in 1831, became the prototype for the "rural cemetery" movement and was an important precursor of many of America's public parks, beginning with New York City's Central Park.

Silent City On A Hill: Picturesque Landscapes of Memory and Boston's Mount Auburn Cemetery

Arts & Photography

History & Criticism

Library Of American Landscape History

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