The Eugene Masonic Cemetery Association (EMCA) came into existence in the mid 1990s. From that beginning, the Board of Directors realized that public knowledge of what we were planning to do in restoring the historic property was going to be essential to our success. Many people doubted that our small group of volunteers would be able to restore and operate not only the 10 acres of grounds, but Hope Abbey Mausoleum as well.

The result was a newsletter, published twice a year, and mailed out to a small group of supporters. Its appropriately chosen name:

Monumental News. Originally written by Board President Kay Holbo, it served as a conduit of accurate information to neighbors and supporters, many of whom were very happy to see some serious work beginning to happen in the seemingly derelict and sometimes spooky cemetery.

Board Member Karen Seidel took over the editorship sometime later, and continues in that capacity to this day. The number of subscribers has grown to nearly 2500.

As the internet became more a part of modern life, it was decided to create an "eNewsletter" which could be published more often, and would contain current articles and information. The existence of the free music series, Music To Die For, would benefit from current listings of performers. Board Member John Bredesen is the editor.

Occasionally we were asked about information contained in past issues of both publications, so it was decided to make them available online through the EMCA website. Click here to go to the Publications page. In the lower right corner are links to take you to either of the two newsletters. While you're on the page, check out some of the other publications relating to the the Eugene Masonic Cemetery.