October 1, 2023

HOPE CEMETERY

201 Maple Ave, Barre, VT 05641

“Hope Cemetery is a rural cemetery in Barre, Vermont. The city calls itself the "Granite Capital of the World", and the cemetery is known for the superb granite craftsmanship on its memorials and tombstones.” - Wikipedia

After touring the Rock of Ages quarry and factory it was only fitting that I would visit a local cemetery where all the grave markers are made of “Barre Grey” granite from the local quarry.  I probably spent an hour walking around the cemetery being amazed by the artistry on display.  Most cemeteries have tombstones, Hope Cemetery has monuments.