The Dorchester Union Cemetery has two Columbariums that are located along the northwest side of the cemetery.  A Columbarium is an above ground unit which provides an alternative for cremation burials.  Each columbarium consists of 72 niches, 36 on the east side and 36 on the west side.  The niches are 1’ x 1’ x 1’.  Two urns are permitted to be inurned in each niche.  There are four levels of niches ranging in price (see price list under Dorchester Union Cemetery on cemetery page).  As well, a bronze memorial plaque is required to be purchased at the time a niche is purchased. No flowers are permitted to be placed in front of the Columbariums, however there is a flower bath located in the center of the Columbarium area for any flowers/plants for those inurned in the Columbariums.

The Rules and Regulations for the Columbarium are outlined in the Cemetery Regulations By-law.  

Click here to view pictures of the Columbariums and area.