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City of Springfield

Oak Ridge Cemetery

Greg Tally, Director
A Department of the City of Springfield

Misty Buscher, Mayor

Welcome to Oak Ridge Cemetery

Oak Ridge Cemetery has the distinction of being the second most visited cemetery in the nation, second only to Arlington National Cemetery. Almost one million visitors enter our gates annually not only to pay respects to their deceased families and ancestors, but to also visit the final resting place and pay homage to our distinguished sixteenth President, Abraham Lincoln.

Oak Ridge Cemetery Clean Ups

Oak Ridge Cemetery clean ups are scheduled annually for March 1st-15th, July 15th-31st and October 15th-30th. Please make sure to remove ALL DECORATIONS PRIOR to the clean up start dates.

Spring Gate Hours

All cemetery gates will close at 8:00 pm daily starting Tuesday, April 1st.

Lincoln Monument

Construction of the Lincoln Monument began in 1868. It was dedicated in 1874 in a ceremony attended by President U.S. Grant. Due to design and construction faults, the Tomb was extensively rebuilt in 1900-01 and again in 1930-31. Because of security concerns (thieves attempted to steal Lincoln’s body in 1876), President Lincoln’s remains were moved to their final resting place, below the floor of the burial chamber, after the first renovation.

Oak Ridge

Our dedicated and compassionate staff is ready, willing, and able to serve you. Upon the death of a loved one, we understand the grief and stress you and your loved ones may be experiencing. We at Oak Ridge Cemetery will create an exceptional experience by educating you on your options, honoring your choices and providing care and compassion for you and/or your loved one’s final wishes of life.

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Visitors Sites

From Lincoln's tomb to our War Memorials

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ORC Over the Years

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