When the town of Roxbury was first settled in 1630, the First Church of Christ was established and the Eustis Street Burying Ground was used for burials. As Roxbury grew, it became difficult for church members in the outlying areas of town to get to church, so in 1711 these people received permission to establish a Second Church of Christ in their area. This church stood on Peters Hill, and behind it to the south, the church burying ground was created.

Please note

Renovations to the public areas of the shelter will resume on Monday, December 22, and are expected to be completed by Friday, February 6. During that time, the animal shelter is accessible by appointment only for limited services.

Please note that staffing levels are not impacted and our animals will continue to receive the same level of high quality care.