Floral and Safety Regulations

Highland Park Cemetery assumes no responsibility for items left at graves and cannot be held responsible for any theft, vandalism, or acts of nature which may compromise a gravesite.

• During the summer months, March 15 through November 1st, flowers and other decorations must be placed in a permanent cemetery approved vase.
• Any item that is not in a permanent vase will be removed and discarded by our grounds crew without notice to the owner.
• Glass, metal, or ceramic containers, vigil lights, breakable objects, statues or hazardous items are prohibited and will be removed weekly by our grounds crew.
• Permanent plantings and shepherds hooks are not permitted.
• Fresh and artificial flowers, grave blankets, wreaths, and balloons may be removed by management if they become wilted, unsightly, or present a hazard to our mowers and trimmers.
  
  
  

Memorial Day Holiday

• Flowers and decorations may be placed on graves beginning the Friday before Memorial Day.
• All decorations not in a permanent vase will be removed and discarded the Monday following Memorial Day.
• Glass, metal, or ceramic containers, breakable objects, or hazardous items are prohibited and will be removed by our grounds crew.
  
  
  

Visitors

• We encourage visitors year round! We ask that while in our cemetery visitors help maintain a peaceful atmosphere and safe environment by acting with respect to those laid to rest here.
• If you notice anyone acting in a suspicious manner or causing a disturbance, we ask that you contact our office immediately at 913-371-0699 so that we may address the individuals