The Village of Algonquin, IL

Established in 1853 by Samuel Edwards, the Algonquin Cemetery has served the community for more than 170 years. Today, the nine-acre municipal cemetery includes more than 6,000 platted gravesites and a 96-crypt mausoleum, added in 1955 following the acquisition of additional land in 1923. In 2025, the Village introduced the Columbarium Garden, continuing its commitment to providing thoughtful, respectful, and dignified memorial spaces for generations.

View the interactive map to locate sections, burial areas, and the Columbarium Garden.

Burial Options

Algonquin Cemetery is a public cemetery open to residents and non-residents. The nine-acre cemetery includes more than 6,000 platted burial spaces and offers a variety of memorial options to meet each family’s needs.

Ground Burial

• Block 9: Flat memorial markers permitted
• Block 8: Flat or raised markers allowed
• Available for both full interments and cremated remains

Columbarium Interment

For families choosing cremation, the Columbarium Garden on the south side of the cemetery offers both Community and Personal Columbarium options.

Community Columbarium Towers

• Three granite towers
• 24 niches per tower (12” x 12” x 12”)
• Each niche accommodates up to two cremains
• Granite faceplates for personalized inscriptions

Personal Columbarium Towers

• Accommodates up to four individuals (two cremains per niche)
• Granite construction with integrated flower vase
• Includes personalized bronze memorial plaque

These options provide lasting tributes designed with dignity and permanence.

Seasonal Cleanup & Decoration Guidelines

To maintain the beauty and respectfulness of the cemetery grounds, seasonal cleanups are conducted twice each year.

• Spring Cleanup occurs on the first Monday of April. All winter decorations must be removed prior to this date. Any remaining items, including blankets and wreaths, will be discarded. Mother’s Day and summer decorations may be placed beginning the last Saturday in April.
• Fall Cleanup takes place on the last Monday of October. All fall decorations should be removed beforehand. Winter decorations may be placed beginning the Saturday before Thanksgiving.

Contact Information

For questions regarding cleanup schedules or decoration policies, please contact Michelle Weber, Executive Assistant/Deputy Clerk, at 847-658-2700 x2203.

Regulations & Fees

Cemetery regulations are outlined in Chapter 16: Cemeteries of the Algonquin Municipal Code.

Cemetery fees are established in Chapter 16 of Appendix B: Penalty, Salary, Bonds, and Fees.