Sunset Memorial Gardens

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3702 Loren Drive Fredericksburg, Virginia

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History

Sunset Memorial Gardens in Fredericksburg, Virginia, is a historic memorial garden with a rich history dating back to the late 19th century.

Originally established as a burial ground for residents of Fredericksburg and the surrounding area, the cemetery evolved over time into a significant memorial garden.

The gardens were initially intended as a place to commemorate the deceased and reflect upon their lives.

In 1931, the Wakefield Association received a grant from John D. Rockefeller Jr., to acquire and transfer a total of 394 acres (1.59 km2) of land to the Federal government.

The grounds consist of 10 gardens for traditional burial, as well as a cremation garden, private crypts, mausoleums, lawn crypts, a pet cemetery, and two baby gardens.

The George Washington Birthplace National Monument is 38 miles (61 km) east of Fredericksburg, Virginia, located on the Northern Neck.

It can be reached via VA Route 204, the access road to the site from VA State Route 3.

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