Upcoming Events
Arboretum Tour, October 22nd, 5:00 PM
Meet at the main entrance on 25th Ave.
On this tour we will walk around Eugene Masonic Cemetery observing the variety of trees and shrubs that grow there. Along the way we will pass by graves of early pioneers who settled here and consider the history of the cemetery and how it became what it is today.
This tour is part of Walktober — Sponsored by We Walk Lane County
Hope Abbey Mausoleum Open House, October 25th, 1:00–4:00 PM
Hope Abbey mausoleum, located in the Eugene Masonic Cemetery, is open the last Sunday of every month excluding December from 1 to 4 pm.
Designed by Ellis Lawrence and dedicated in 1914, the mausoleum is unique and fascinating. Eugene Masonic Cemetery Association board members will welcome visitors and provide information about the magnificently restored Egyptian Revival-style mausoleum and the historic cemetery, established in 1859. After visiting the Hope Abbey, walk the bark paths of the cemetery and enjoy the cemetery grounds.. Stroll and read the signage about Eugene and Mary Skinner and the many other pioneers for whom the cemetery is their final resting place. The cemetery is an official arboretum where you can enjoy the varied landscape as you learn about our permanent residents on the many recently cleaned and restored markers.
Gates open at 1pm for drop-off, but there is no parking in the cemetery. Park on the street at the cemetery’s entrance at 25th and University and walk up the path to the Abbey.
About the cemetery
In addition to traditional burial plots, the Eugene Masonic Cemetery offers a variety of services and memorials. Our administrator will be happy to help you with your choices. Email emca1859@gmail.com or call (541) 684-0949.
This community treasure is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Remarkably, it is also an active, operating cemetery. Established in 1859, Eugene’s first chartered cemetery includes pioneers, such as city founder Eugene Skinner and artist Maude Kerns. The cemetery retains “Masonic” in its name, as an important historic reference, but is no longer officially affiliated with the Masonic Lodge.
Donations to Eugene Masonic Cemetery Association qualify for the Oregon Cultural Trust tax credit. See OCT’s web site for more information on how to participate.