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Est. 1873

 

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Headstones along the river at the Parsons Cemetery
Large headstone with a cross on top at the Parsons Cemetery

About Us

Parsons Cemetery is today both operational and historic. It is an urban green space, an outdoor museum, and in the words of architectural historian, Keith Eggener, urban cemeteries “are where life meets death, nature meets city, and present meets past.”

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Take a Tour

Parsons Cemetery covers 18 acres and is divided into several sections. View one of our walking tours and learn what Parsons has to offer.

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Brewington Headstone with a large statue on top

Preserving History

Parsons is an not only an active, operational cemetery, but it is also a historical site rich with information about Salisbury’s past. Many of Salisbury’s past leaders rest here. The Parsons Cemetery Advisory Committee is dedicated to providing historical information for our patrons. On our Preserving History page you will find our gravesite finder app, geneaological links, and information about the veterans and first responders interred in Parsons Cemetery.

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Preserving Our Environment

Historic Parsons Cemetery is both an operational cemetery and an urban green space. Many of our neighbors use the cemetery daily to take a stroll, walk their dogs, ride a bike, or go bird watching. It is this parklike atmosphere that sets us apart from many cemeteries in our area, and we are dedicated to keeping it that way for future generations. Recently, we mapped and identified all the trees and shrubs in Parsons Cemetery and were amazed to discover that we had a wide and diverse variety of tree and shrub species, and that was the inspiration for Parsons Cemetery getting accredited as a Level-1 arboretum through ArbNet. ArbNet supports a greener, healthier, and more beautiful world, and that matches the mission of the cemetery.

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Two young girls cleaning headstones at the Parsons Cemetery
Wreaths across America at Parsons Cemetery

Working with Our Community

Parsons Cemetery takes great pride in working with the local community on many events and projects. Each December, we partner with Operation We Care to host a Wreaths Across America event where we honor the nearly 1400 veterans interred in Parsons. We have several events during the year where many local organizations volunteer their time to keep the cemetery clean and the veteran markers maintained. Parsons is grateful for the number of hours volunteered by the members of our local community. We welcome organizations to use our beautiful setting to hold their own fundraising events.

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Upcoming Events @Parsons-Cemetery

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Wreaths Across America at Parsons Cemetery

Wreaths Across America at Parsons Cemetery

Dec 13, 9:00am - Dec 13, 12:00pm

Parsons Cemetery Salisbury, MD

Parsons Cemetery will participate in this national event to honor the nearly 1400 veterans buried at our cemetery. Gates open at 9:00. Parade starts at 9:30. Ceremony at 10:00 followed by placement of wreaths

133 interested  ·  37 going
Wreaths Across America Cleanup day

Wreaths Across America Cleanup day

Jan 17, 9:00am - Jan 17, 12:00pm

Parsons Cemetery

On this day, we remove the nearly 1,400 wreaths placed during the December event and take them for burning. Volunteers are greatly appreciated.

76 interested  ·  4 going

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Thank you Peninsula Roofing Company and Shore Sheet Metal for receiving and storing the 1400 wreaths for the Wreaths Across America events a Parsons Cemetery this Saturday. They received 84 additional ones that will be taken to Smith Island to honor the veterans there. ... See MoreSee Less

Thank you Peninsula Roofing Company and Shore Sheet Metal for receiving and storing the 1400 wreaths for the Wreaths Across America  events a Parsons Cemetery this Saturday. They received 84 additional ones that will be taken to Smith Island to honor the veterans there.Image attachment

An interesting story shared with us as we approach our Wreaths Across America event this Saturday ... See MoreSee Less

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Thank you David Lowe and granddaughter for promoting our Wreaths Across America event at the Delmar Christmas Parade ... See MoreSee Less

Thank you David Lowe and granddaughter for promoting our Wreaths Across America event at the Delmar Christmas Parade
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One key to the success of our Wreaths Across America event is pre-marking the 1,400 veteran's graves. That makes next Saturday's event go much more smoothly.

Thank you to everyone who helped with today's pre-marking event
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One key to the success of our Wreaths Across America event is pre-marking the 1,400 veterans graves. That makes next Saturdays event go much more smoothly. 

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The crews are out removing leaves so we can clearly see the markers of our nearly 1,400 veterans at our Wreaths Across America event on December 13th. Thank you Yard Designs yarddesignsinc.com/ for the great job you in keeping Parsons the beautiful place that is is. ... See MoreSee Less

The crews are out removing leaves so we can clearly see the markers of our nearly 1,400 veterans at our Wreaths Across America event on December 13th. Thank you Yard Designs https://yarddesignsinc.com/ for the great job you in keeping Parsons the beautiful place that is is.

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