City of Tempe, AZ

08/21/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/21/2026 14:17

Info sessions: Double Butte Cemetery rehabilitation and improvements

Join us to learn more about an upcoming rehabilitation and improvement effort that will soon be underway at Tempe's Double Butte Cemetery.

An infrastructure and historical assessment was recently completed for the cemetery, identifying several areas for preservation and enhancement. Work could begin as early as this year.

Learn more about the project and provide input on priorities:

  • Information sessions:
    • Wednesday, Sept. 16 at noon, register for the virtual meeting link
    • Wednesday, Sept. 16, 6-7 p.m., Tempe Public Library
  • Submit feedback online Sept. 16-30.
Double Butte Cemetery was established in 1888 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Learn more and stay up to date on the project at tempe.gov/cemetery.

Contacts:
Alex Jovanovic, Parks and Recreation, 480-350-5811
[email protected]

Shauna Warner, Neighborhood Services, 480-350-8883
[email protected]

Media contact: Savannah Driskill, [email protected]


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