Salem in Essex County, Massachusetts — The American Northeast (New England)

The Burying Point

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Photographed By Craig Doda, July 3, 2018

1. The Burying Point Marker

Inscription. The Oldest Burying Ground In The City Of Salem

Here Are Buried
Capt. Richard More Mayflower Passenger
Justice John Hathorne Of The Witchcraft Court
Samuel McIntire Architect
Gov. Simon Bradstreet
Chief Justice Benjamin Lynde
Rev. John Higginson

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Cemeteries & Burial Sites.

Location. Marker has been reported permanently removed. It was located near 42° 31.255′ N, 70° 53.544′ W. Marker was in Salem, Massachusetts, in Essex County. Marker was on Charter Street, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker was in this post office area: Salem MA 01970, United States of America.

We have been informed that this sign or monument is no longer there and will not be replaced. This page is an archival view of what was.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this location. A different marker also named The Burying Point (here, next to this marker); Charter Street Cemetery (a few steps from this marker); Graves of Greatest Historical Intrest (within shouting distance of this marker); Yin Yu Tang A Chinese Home

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(within shouting distance of this marker); The Salem Witch Trials Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named The Salem Witch Trials Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); The London Coffee House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Peabody Museum of Salem (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Salem.

Photographed By Craig Doda, July 3, 2018

2. The Burying Point Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on April 25, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 21, 2023, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 43 times since then and 3 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 21, 2023, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.