Memorials : 20
Location : Sherborn, Middlesex County, USA
Phone : 508-653-2375
Website : www.sherbornma.org/cemetery-commission
Coordinate : 42.2576447, -71.3678284
Description : Situated on Edward's Plain, this cemetery was laid out in 1792 by a private group called "The Friendly Society". Initially The Friendly Society was composed of Andrew Newall and fifteen others, residents of the Plain and Sherborn Center. They banded together "for the express purpose of assisting each other when in distress by the death of our friends". The Plain Cemetery's land was given by Adam Leland. At first it was laid out in 20 equal lots. Lots 1 and 2 were reserved for Adam Leland and Rev. Elijah Brown. The remaining lots were awarded by drawing ballots. ... Read More

frequently asked questions (FAQ):

  • Where is Plain Burial Ground?

    Plain Burial Ground is located at North Main Street Sherborn, Middlesex County ,Massachusetts , 01770USA.

  • Plain Burial Ground cemetery's updated grave count on graveviews.com?

    20 memorials

  • Where are the coordinates of the Plain Burial Ground?

    Latitude: 42.2576447
    Longitude: -71.3678284

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