Boston is home to some of America’s oldest graveyards, where famous historical figures were laid to rest after shaping the nation’s history. Today, these burial grounds—some dating back to the 1600s—are visited by millions each year.

“There’s a lot of history that’s in these graveyards that you get to see, it gives you a window into the neighborhoods, the makeup of the people that were there,” said Freedom Trail projects director Catherine Benjamin.

Visiting a cemetery offers a quiet moment to reflect on the changing seasons while connecting with the stories that shaped Massachusetts.

Granary Burying Ground

95 Tremont St., Boston

Thousands have been buried in the Downtown Boston cemetery since its opening in 1660. Notable figures include Robert Treat Paine , Paul Revere , and Be

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