About this property
Vine Lake Cemetery is a historic cemetery on Main Street in Medfield, Massachusetts. First established in 1651, this 32-acre (13 ha) cemetery has grown and evolved over the centuries, and remains the town's only public cemetery. Its sections include the original colonial burying ground, a section in the rural cemetery style fashionable in the 19th century, and modern sections laid out in the 20th century. The oldest dated marker is from 1661. The cemetery was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2005.
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 05000277. It was listed on April 13, 2005.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Vine Lake Cemetery listed on the National Register?
Vine Lake Cemetery was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 13, 2005.
What type of historic resource is Vine Lake Cemetery?
Vine Lake Cemetery is classified as a site in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Vine Lake Cemetery?
The period of significance for Vine Lake Cemetery is recorded as the colonial era, specifically around 1651.
Can I research the history near Vine Lake Cemetery?
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