Mount Hope Cemetery in Chicago, IL

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MOUNT HOPE CEMETERY

A Troost Cemetery Serving Chicago’s South Side

Mount Hope Cemetery is a place where people can honor their loved ones and preserve family histories. With its expansive grounds, mature trees, and long-standing memorial sections, the cemetery provides a space for families to gather, reflect, and celebrate the lives of those who have gone before them.

As a historic cemetery in Chicago, Mount Hope continues to offer compassionate burial and memorial services while preserving the characteristics and heritage that have defined us for decades.

Hours of Operation

Administrative Services:

Mon-Sat: 8:30am-4:30pm

Grounds Visitation:

Mon-Sun: 8:00 am – 4:15 pm

Administrative Office (Corporate Headquarters):

Visitors are always welcome and encouraged to come to the park. Our grounds are open to visitors every day of the year.

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View our list of services provided at Mount Hope Cemetery in Chicago, IL, below.

If you need more information or have questions, please call (708) 371‑2818, email mounthope@troostcems.com or use our online contact form today!

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Our Cemetery Services

Traditional Ground Burial Plots

Traditional burials provide families with a permanent resting place at Mount Hope Cemetery. We offer individual and double-interment plots, as well as family monuments and private estate spaces that can accommodate multiple loved ones within a single section of the park.

Cremation Burial Options

Mount Hope Cemetery offers various burial options for cremation urns, including in-ground burials, columbarium niches, and private family estates. Each of these cremation options provides a physical space to honor and remember loved ones.

Mausoleum Crypts

Mausoleum entombments are a distinguished above-ground burial option. These protected crypts provide families with an elegant, covered memorial space where they can pay their respects to loved ones year-round.

Headstones and Memorials

Memorials play a significant role in preserving the stories and legacies of those laid to rest in our cemetery grounds. Choose from granite and bronze memorials, upright monuments, and custom headstones with personalized engravings.

SEE THE CEMETERY YOURSELF

Visiting Mount Hope Cemetery

Location and Hours

Mount Hope Cemetery is located on Fairfield Avenue in Chicago, IL. Visitors are welcome year-round to spend time at their loved ones’ resting place.

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What to Expect When You Visit

When visiting Mount Hope Cemetery, you’ll find park-like memorial sections with mature trees, evergreens, and landscaped grounds that reflect the cemetery’s long history. Above all, Mount Hope’s services provide families with a place to gather and feel connected to those being memorialized.

Tree Inventory

Mount Hope Cemetery has a diverse collection of trees, with 49 different species and over 1,300 documented trees. Our team is dedicated to maintaining, preserving, and expanding the diversity of trees within the cemetery. We are committed to being responsible stewards of the environment for the benefit of our community.

Burial Pre-Planning at Mount Hope Cemetery

Planning ahead brings peace of mind and provides an opportunity to express your wishes for your future burial. Pre-planning allows time to explore all burial and memorialization options available at this historic Chicago cemetery.

By planning ahead, you can:

Secure a preferred burial or memorial location
Document your burial or cremation preferences in advance
Avoid future emotional and financial burdens for loved ones
Ensure personal and cultural traditions are respected

Troost counselors are available on-site to assist families with pre-planning and to answer questions about making future arrangements at Mount Hope Cemetery in Chicago.

Contact Us to Start Your Planning Today

Planning a final resting place is an important and deeply personal decision. We’re here to guide you every step of the way and answer any questions you might have.

THE TROOST DIFFERENCE

Why Families Choose Mount Hope Cemetery

Mount Hope Cemetery has been trusted by families in Chicago for over a century because of its:

Long history of serving families across Chicago
Timelessly beautiful grounds designed for remembrance
Burial and memorial options that respect a range of traditions
Compassionate staff dedicated to supporting families
Association with Troost Cemeteries and commitment to care

Cherese was so wonderful and sweet,she took her time walking me through every step of the way,she made me feel like family!! Cherese also introduced me to Rosalyn who was in training since November who was also a joy to work with to❤❤❤❤❤

Anthony of Mount Hope assisted with the arrangements for.my.husband's burial. He showed compassion throughout the planning of the funeral ... I was impressed with his professionalism so.I began planning for.my.own burial .- He explained.how.I could save money and avoid future-costly expenses. I would recommend Mount Hope if you are in need of a.cemetery.

The request to have the headstones of my loved ones raised was completed timely and with precision. Thanks to.Sandra, the staff who processed my request with expediency !. Also, when.I could not find the plot.locations on my own, the Ground.Attendant was kind, patient, and stayed with me until each.plot was.located and answered allmy questions!

My grandfathers head stone was digging down from one side while the other side wasrising.up. I contacted the cemetery and they.helped me out so.much. They even. sent me a picture when his headstone was fixed. My family and Iare so happy with the.results.

Part of the Troost Family of Historic Cemeteries

Mount Hope Cemetery is proud to be a part of Troost Cemeteries, a collection of historic cemetery properties located throughout the Chicagoland area. With this partnership, families can rest assured that this historic cemetery and all of its memorial spaces will continue to be respectfully maintained for all to visit today and in generations to come.