If you’ve visited the cemetery during the past two years, it’s been difficult not to notice the temporary construction gates at the cemetery entrance. We are pleased to announce that new gates are on the way!

The bronze, picket-style gates that graced the cemetery entrance for the past several decades are being retired. These gates were a gift from the Craig family to visitors of the cemetery, and we are grateful for the many years of good service they provided. Unfortunately, metal fatigue coupled with their bifold design presented a safety hazard.

Design Site in Berkeley in tandem with Kurt Smith, proprietor of HandCrafted Metals Inc., have teamed up to design and build new gates. The design will feature a soft, floral pattern that expresses the harmonious crossroads of landscape and heritage that are Mountain View Cemetery. We expect to complete this project by the end of this year.