Mansfield Spring Brook Cemetery Corp

Mansfield Spring Brook Cemetery Corp is a nonprofit organization responsible for managing and maintaining the historic Spring Brook Cemetery in Mansfield, Massachusetts.

History

Spring Brook Cemetery was established in 1860 as a private cemetery. The most prominent structure within the cemetery is the Card Memorial Chapel, which was designed by Charles Eastman and built in 1898. The chapel was funded by Simon and Mary Card in memory of their daughter, Lulu[1].

Significance

The cemetery is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, a designation it received in 2007. This recognition highlights the cemetery's historical and architectural significance[1][5].

Mission and Activities

As a nonprofit organization, Mansfield Spring Brook Cemetery Corp focuses on preserving the cemetery's integrity and ensuring its continued operation as a place of remembrance and historical importance. The organization also oversees various restoration projects, including the gravestone restoration initiative[1].

Governance and Operations

The corporation manages the cemetery's operations, including lot purchases and burials. It also engages in community projects, such as the Spring Street Fence Project, which was made possible through community support[1].