Oak Grove Cemetery in Fall River is a very special place, and a fine example of the Victorian memorial park ideal inspired by the first American garden memorial park, Mount Auburn. It  is filled to the brim with symbolism of the age, and is the final resting place of many celebrated and important city personalities from inventors, to artists, to politicians, actors and humanitarians.

The Friends of Oak Grove (F.O.G.) is a group of people, both local and scattered all over America, who want to help restore and preserve the grounds and history of this historic cemetery.  A project under consideration is replacing the major street signs on the paved avenues which will make it easier to find family plots for those visiting, or doing family tree research.  The signs were vandalized many years ago and never replaced.  Already many trees have been planted to replace dead or diseased trees, and more trees have been sponsored for 2010.  An inventory of existing trees has been done which will be helpful in assessing future plans for replacement, new plantings, and maintenance. 

As the aims of the Friends are becoming known, local businesses have come forward to offer support and encouragement.  

  If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, or seek more information about the Friends, please email at Revdma@aol.com.  A downloadable membership form link and how you can help may be found here: http://friendsofoakgrovecemetery.org/membership-form-for-fog/.  Won’t you consider becoming a Friend?