Memorial Day Weekend Event

This Memorial Day Weekend, visit the second oldest burial ground in Salem, Massachusetts. Founded in 1655, Broad Street Cemetery has 70+ Revolutionary War veterans buried within its 2.69 acres, including Col. Timothy Pickering (1745-1829). Also buried there are 30+ veterans from other wars, including Civil War hero Brig. Gen. Frederick Lander (1821-1862). Over Memorial Day Weekend, flags with military biographies will mark veterans’ graves. View the 1938 WPA Veterans’ Graves map at the Pickering House Barn (18 Broad street) and pick up a handout there or at the cemetery across the street (5 Broad street).