To help preserve the dignity and condition of our cemeteries, visitors are asked to observe the following rules:
No Dogs Allowed
Out of respect for these sacred spaces, dogs and other pets are not permitted within any town-managed cemetery.
Open Hours
Cemeteries are open to the public from dawn to dusk.
Keep It Clean
Please do not leave trash, decorations, or other personal items behind. Help us keep the grounds clean for all visitors.
Winter Vehicle Restrictions
From November 15 through May 15, all cemeteries are closed to vehicle traffic. During this time, they remain accessible for foot traffic only.
Drive with Care
Vehicles must stay on designated cemetery roads. Do not drive or park on grass, gravesites, or turn around off the avenue areas.
We appreciate your help in maintaining Warren’s cemeteries as places of peace, history, and reflection for generations to come.
All burials and related activities in Town of Warren cemeteries require the appropriate permits and forms to be completed and approved in advance. This includes, but is not limited to, burial affidavits, and monument installation permits.
Click the "Cemetery Forms" heading to be directed to these documents.
The Town of Warren has contracted Thomas A. Stevens Cemetery Memorials to clean, repair, and reset gravestones and monuments in town-maintained cemeteries. Work will resume in spring 2024, beginning with Stirling and Sawyer Cemeteries.
Town of Warren Cemetery Rules & Regulations
This document outlines the official rules and regulations governing all town-maintained cemeteries in Warren, including guidelines for burials, monument installation, maintenance, and visitor conduct. Residents, plot owners, and service providers are encouraged to review the full document to ensure compliance and proper cemetery use.
Click the "Cemetery Rules" heading to be directed to these documents.
Establishing a family cemetery on private property in Maine is relatively straightforward, thanks to the state's permissive burial laws. However, there are a few key steps and requirements to follow.
Click the "Home Cemeteries" heading to be directed to these documents.