Spirits Alive was formed in 2006 when folks decided to organize around its dedication to the preservation and beautification of one of the area's oldest public burial grounds, the Eastern Cemetery in Portland, Maine.

August eNews including information on the inventor of the weed eater, upcoming workday, October night tours, and more!

The Stone Transcription Project team meets Saturday mornings from 8am to 12pm. Come on out and learn how to survey the cemetery with a tape measure and gloves. Only 1,500 stones to go.

Tours Each Sunday at 1:30 pm - a docent will lead you through the history and the grounds of the most ancient landscape in Portland, Maine until September 19.

Artwork inspired by the Eastern Cemetery on sale now:

Become a Spirits Alive friend today and help us protect and preserve Portland's oldest public landscape for generations to come!