I heard a voice from heaven, saying unto me. Within these Burial Grounds lie the remains of immigrants, rich and poor, who left their homes and arrived on our shores filled with courage and determination to establish for themselves and their children a way of life free from persecution and hostilities. This site was chosen in 1783 by Loyalist Settlers of Saint John as the location of their first Church and Burial Ground. Under the guidance of your hand, O'Lord, They sought refuge and found solace on these shores. May, they rest in peace Knowing that their descendants now flourish.
Trees are one of the cemetery's greatest assets.
To ensure future generations will enjoy them, a professional arborist catalogued the trees and took measures to prolong their life. Where roots had become exposed over the years, they were covered with top soil and damaged limbs were repaired or removed to promote healthy growth. Dozens of mature native Canadian trees were planted in the burial ground to ensure sufficient shade for the future. The restoration's tree program included the identification of all new trees. Many of the site's special-interest trees have been identified with name plaques.