At Ferncliff Cemetery and Arboretum, the beauty of the landscape doesn’t happen by chance, it’s the result of years of care, expertise, and dedication. One of the people who has played a vital role in that effort is arborist Mark Goheen, who is now entering a well-deserved semi-retirement!

Whispering Memories Pet Haven at Ferncliff Cemetery is a permanent resting place designed to honor the special bond between people and their animal companions.

Since 1863, Ferncliff Cemetery & Arboretum has been a place of remembrance for the men and women who served our nation. Across our historic veterans sections, monuments and memorials stand in quiet tribute to their courage, sacrifice, and enduring legacy.

Whether you’re visiting for the first time or the fiftieth, here are some details that you won’t want to overlook!

The United States Colored Troops played a crucial role in the Civil War, and a monument erected in their honor resides at Ferncliff Cemetery in Springfield, Ohio.

Since 1863, Ferncliff Cemetery & Arboretum has been a place of remembrance for the men and women who served our nation. Across our historic veterans sections, monuments and memorials stand in quiet tribute to their courage, sacrifice, and enduring legacy.

You might not think “cemetery” and “fun day out” belong in the same sentence. But hear me out: cemeteries like Ferncliff are far more peaceful and inspiring than eerie. In fact, visiting can be a powerful way to connect with history, nature, and memory, minus the “boo” factor.

Home to Ohio Champion Trees, century-old oaks and maples, and flowering beauties that bloom from February to fall, The Arboretum at Ferncliff Cemetery is a living showcase of biodiversity and history.

Home to Ohio Champion Trees, century-old oaks and maples, and flowering beauties that bloom from February to fall, The Arboretum at Ferncliff Cemetery is a living showcase of biodiversity and history.