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Davis Cemetery District and Arboretum
A community tradition of historic natural beauty since 1855. The Davis Cemetery is an active part of the Davis community.
All year long they hold community events and strive to be “an inviting space for remembrance, contemplation, and healing.” They encourage visitors to stop by the art gallery in the office, take a relaxing stroll through the labyrinth, and enjoy the beautiful flow form fountain, among other activities. The cemetery is a recognized arboretum, so visitors can wander the grounds and see more than 100 different species of trees, flowers, and other plants. Whether you would like to view art, learn about local history or enjoy nature, the cemetery has something for everyone. Arboretum
In 2012, the Davis Cemetery District became a level II accredited arboretum with the Morton Register of Arboreta. The Morton Register provides guidelines and standards for becoming an arboretum. Level II accreditation means the Davis Cemetery District and Arboretum contains over 100 tree and woody plant species, has a specific employee to manage the arboretum, and has a program for public education about the arboretum. The cemetery also has the last natural hill and swale in the city. A swale is a low area of land where water from rain and irrigation collects and seeps through the soil to recharge the groundwater. In 2007-2009, community volunteers helped complete a revegetation project to plant 42,000 grass and sedge plugs in the swale. These grasses and sedges are native species which help filter pollutants out of the water. Additionally, there are several gardens in the cemetery for visitors to enjoy. The Scent Garden contains lots of fragrant plants and the bulb garden has many kinds of flowers that bloom at different times throughout the year. Aside from viewing plants, you can also use one of the two labyrinths for a quiet, meditative walk or listen to the soothing Veteran Memorial Fountain.
10/07/2026
Exciting new projects are developing at the Davis Cemetery District!
These newly poured concrete pads will serve as the foundations for new above-ground niche columbaria that we have on order. Each column will feature 10 niches, with each niche able to accommodate up to two sets of cremated remains.
We will be finishing the surrounding area with native grasses, pollinator-friendly plants, and comfortable seating to create a peaceful and beautiful new space for families to visit and remember their loved ones.
We anticipate the columbaria will arrive in late winter or early spring.
If you would like more information about this exciting new space or our available cremation options, please feel free to contact our friendly staff. We would be happy to help!
09/30/2026
Working in the death care industry can be heavy at times. Our staff often look for the little things that put a smile on our faces, and today we found one: someone would like us to salute Hershey’s before putting up our service flags. 🇺🇸🍫
Now we’re all craving chocolate milk! 😂😃
09/23/2026
A HUGE thank you to Kim Eichorn for her generous donation of 100 wreaths to this years Wreath Across America program. https://keichorn.windermereca.com/
Thanks to this donation, we now have more than 600 wreaths sponsored which is 61% of our goal. With just a few months to go, we are hoping we can reach 100% sponsorship to honor our nearly 1,000 veterans interred.
When you sponsor a wreath for $17 through our sponsorship group, $5 from each sponsorship is applied toward the purchase of an additional wreath, helping us honor even more veterans.
Please consider sponsoring a wreath by using the link below. Every wreath makes a difference, and your support helps ensure that no veteran is forgotten.
https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/179569/Overview/?relatedId=0
Check-out the Wreaths Across America Page that I Support! Wreaths Across America ("WAA") coordinates wreath-laying ceremonies every December to "Remember, Honor, and Teach" about the sacrifices made by our veterans and their families. Please check out this page to learn how you can help by sponsoring Veterans Remembrance Wreaths or by joining us on Decembe...
07/01/2026
Wreaths Across America - Giving in July
It's hard to believe that our 4th Annual Wreaths Across America event is just five short months away!
Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, more than 420 wreaths have already been sponsored but we still have 569 wreaths to go to reach our goal.
When you sponsor a wreath for $17 through our sponsorship group, $5 from each sponsorship is applied toward the purchase of an additional wreath, helping us honor even more veterans.
Please consider sponsoring a wreath by using the link below. Every wreath makes a difference, and your support helps ensure that no veteran is forgotten.
https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/.../179569/Overview/...
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Another day with my amazing crew. It’s not easy to be surrounded by loss every day, but knowing that we are helping families through some of the most difficult moments of their lives is fulfilling in a way I never imagined. I’m grateful to work alongside such compassionate and dedicated people who make a difference every day.
Working smarter, not harder!
Today, we installed our first Polyguard burial vault. This lightweight vault provides the same durability and moisture protection as a traditional concrete vault while making the installation process easier and safer for our grounds staff.
Polyguard offers an innovative alternative to conventional concrete vaults through the use of cutting-edge, lightweight, non-biodegradable polypropylene construction. The result is a strong, durable product that delivers long-lasting protection while reducing the physical demands of installation.
We are committed to providing burial products that offer permanence and protection for the families we serve while creating a safer and more efficient working environment for our employees.
06/01/2026
Exciting progress at the Davis Cemetery District!
We are pleased to announce the completion of our new service equipment storage building. This addition provides a secure, organized space for the equipment our staff use each day to support graveside interment services.
By improving storage capacity and operational efficiency, this new facility helps us ensure that our service equipment remains clean, well-maintained, and readily available for the families we serve. It also allows our main shop to remain dedicated to equipment storage, maintenance, and repair operations.
This investment supports our ongoing commitment to providing respectful, professional service while maintaining the highest standards of care throughout the cemetery.
04/22/2026
A few years back we decided to plant an Amaryllis the office received for Christmas. It has prorogated several times since planting and brings us beautiful blooms in early Spring. Here she is today in all her glory!
12/19/2025
Thank you to everyone who participated in this year’s Wreaths Across America wreath-laying ceremony.
From now through December 31, 2025, Wreaths Across America will match all sponsorships our cemetery receives. This is a wonderful opportunity to help us reach 100% wreath coverage for 2026. You can sponsor a wreath by visiting the link below.
https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/179569/Overview/?relatedId=174790
10/17/2025
60 days and counting! Let’s Remember, Honor and Teach— one wreath at a time. Sponsor yours for 2025 today.
https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/179569/Overview/?relatedId=0
Click here to claim your Sponsored Listing.
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820 Pole Line Road
Davis, CA
95618
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| Wednesday | 9am - 3pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 4pm |
| Friday | 9am - 3pm |
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