Welcome to Woodlawn-North Purchase Cemeteries and Crematory

A Place for Reflection, Remembrance, and Rest

We are a non-denominational cemetery and crematory, proudly welcoming families of all faiths, cultures, and backgrounds. You do not need to be a resident of Attleboro—or even Massachusetts—to choose our cemeteries or crematory. Every life is unique, and every farewell deserves reverence.

Whether you are coordinating through a funeral home or visiting to locate a loved one’s grave, we are here to assist with dignity, transparency, and care.

Our Legacy of Care: Over 150 Years of Service

Woodlawn–North Purchase has served the Attleboro area for more than a century and a half.

• Woodlawn Cemetery was established in 1865, during the post–Civil War era. It was incorporated in 1912 and served many of Attleboro’s early residents during the city’s growth as a manufacturing and jewelry center.

• North Purchase Cemetery was established in 1921 to meet expanding community needs. With space for future generations, it has become the active side of our association.

• In 1980, the two cemeteries merged to operate under the Woodlawn Cemetery Association.

• In 1985, the North Purchase Crematory opened on-site, offering a trusted local cremation option.

Today, we continue to provide respectful, non-denominational burial and cremation services to families from Attleboro and beyond.

Our cemeteries are more than places of rest — they are part of local and regional history.

Our Cemeteries & Their Historical Significance:

Woodlawn Cemetery
211 North Main Street, Attleboro, MA

North Purchase Cemetery
825 North Main Street, Attleboro, MA

We welcome genealogy inquiries, but please note that our historical records are limited, especially for older burials. We are happy to share any information we have and assist with grave locations whenever possible.

On-Site Cremation Services:

Our North Purchase Crematory has been in operation since 1985, serving families with professionalism and transparency. All cremations are performed on-site by certified operators trained through Matthews Environmental Solutions.

We follow strict, industry-standard procedures:

• Each cremation is assigned a unique, stainless-steel ID disc that remains with the individual throughout the process
• A documented chain of custody is maintained
• Cremated remains are returned in a secure, temporary urn to the designated funeral provider
• Witness cremations are available by appointment and must be scheduled through the funeral home

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Why Families Choose Us:

• Serving the community since 1865
• Two historic cemeteries under one association
• On-site cremation with certified, experienced operators
• Non-denominational and inclusive for all backgrounds
• No residency requirement — open to families from any location
• Transparent cremation protocols for peace of mind
• Limited genealogy support available for family research
• Members of the Massachusetts Cemetery Association, New England Cemetery Association, and Cremation Association of North America (CANA)

Please note: All casket burials and cremations must be arranged through a licensed funeral home.

We meet directly with families only for:
– Grave/Niche purchases at North Purchase Cemetery
– Cremation witnessing appointments (must be arranged through your funeral home)
– Private ash burials
– Grave location or genealogy assistance

Office Hours:

Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Closed on weekends and holidays

Please call ahead to make an appointment for grave purchases or other assistance— we are a very small staff, and advance notice ensures we can give you the time and attention you need.
Plan to arrive before 3 p.m. for general assistance.
If you are scheduling an appointment to choose and purchase a grave, we will ask you to arrive before 2:30 p.m., as these meetings take additional time to walk the grounds and complete paperwork.