Genealogy 

Gravestone inscriptions provide birth and death information and offer family relationship clues. Perhaps the only recording of an immigrant's original surname appears on the person's headstone. As secondary sources, gravestone inscriptions may contain errors. Genealogical and historical societies and various individuals have transcribed and published cemetery inscriptions. Printed town records and histories sometimes contain epitaphs. The Systematic Series of Massachusetts vital records relied on information from headstones and other sources. Tombstone decorations offer insight into the deceased's economic status, occupation, religious affiliation, interests, and organizational memberships.

Massachusetts Cemeteries
New England Cemeteries
Other Areas Cemeteries