A sacred space
for every soul.
Boston Muslim Cemetery is Greater Boston's only community-owned Islamic burial ground — maintained with care, faith, and compassion for current and future generations.
"Every soul will taste death, and you will only be given your full compensation on the Day of Resurrection."— Al-Imran, 3:185
Partnering with you on
what matters most.
Boston Muslim Cemetery is located at 530 Lowell St, Peabody, MA 01960. The cemetery spans approximately 1.2 acres and serves as a dignified resting place for our community. With more than 820 interments, we remain committed to maintaining the grounds with care and to upholding a culture of service, compassion, and generosity.
We invite you to support the continued maintenance and long-term sustainability of the cemetery through your donation. Your contribution helps preserve this sacred space for current and future generations. If you are able, please consider giving for the sake of Allah SWT — every act of charity is rewarded.
The Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) said, “It is better that you sit on a burning coal that scorches your clothes and reaches your skin than to sit on a grave.”— Sahih Muslim, narrated by Abu Huraira, Hadith 971
Our Purpose
To evoke memory of death and remind the living that this world is not our home — the starting point for every Muslim.
Our Mission
Provide an exclusive burial place for the Muslim community in accordance with the Quran and Sunnah, protecting and sustaining the cemetery for generations.
Cemetery Rules & Policies
Access to the cemetery grounds is limited to service vehicles only.
Please do not place mulch, stones, or border materials around the grave marker.
Temporary markers are installed at the time of burial and will not be replaced if damaged.
The cemetery reserves the right to remove dead plants and flowers.
Digging and planting are not permitted.
Candles with an open flame are not permitted
All decorations, planters, and potted plants must be placed only in front of the grave marker and may not exceed 15 inches in height. A maximum of four (4) items is permitted.
All visitors must always conduct themselves in an appropriate and respectful manner. Alcoholic beverages and recreational drugs are strictly prohibited on cemetery grounds
Only flush granite markers are permitted. Upright monuments and foundations are not allowed. Markers must measure 24” x 12” x 4” and must be installed by a cemetery-approved company. Markers that do not meet these requirements, or that are not installed by a cemetery-approved company, will be removed.
The display and placement of the American flag on graves, in remembrance of our veterans, must comply with applicable Massachusetts General Laws (MGL) and U.S. Department of Defense flag etiquette.
Please Support Our Cemetery
Your Sadaqah Jariyah preserves this sacred space for the community — now and for generations to come.