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Home - Potts Mountain Burial Ground (PMBG) is a conservation cemetery located in Pickens County, Georgia. PMBG is protected in perpetuity by a deed of conservation easement held by the Atlantic Coast Conservancy in Jasper.

Our Setting

- Potts Mountain History - visitors may explore the historic cemetery with graves dating back to 1843. The family plot is located just a short distance from an iconic old oak tree and sunflower fields. The ACC staff has restored the gravestones located on this historic family plot in Marble Hill, Georgia.

- About Conserved Land - conservation cemeteries adhere to the strictest standards of all burial grounds. The cemetery must involve an established conservation organization that holds a conservation easement, or has a deed restriction, guaranteeing long-term stewardship. The Atlantic Coast Conservancy (ACC), which owns and maintains PMBG, is a 501(c)3 land trust recognized as a “public charity”.

Potts Mountain Burial Ground, Marble Hill, Georgia

- Why Green Burial - Potts Mountain Burial Ground is Georgia’s first dedicated natural/green cemetery on perpetually conserved land. Natural burial or green burial focuses on returning the body to the earth in a simple and environmentally friendly way. Therefore, green burials are more environmentally friendly than embalming and cremation.

- Planning a Burial - whether you're pre-planning or have an immediate need for a cemetery plot, PMBG can help. Contact us for a tour or to make pre-arrangements.

- What to Expect - Our guiding principle is to both honor memory and ecology. We embrace naturally simple, biodegradable burial methods like wicker caskets, burial shrouds, and an absence of metal, plastics and other environmental hazards. Families and friends accompany the deceased to the gravesite via a casual "walk in the woods" and hold services graveside.

- FAQs - Get your Frequently Asked Questions about green burial at Potts Mountain Burial Ground in Marble Hill answered.

- Guidelines - You're invited to visit our natural burial cemetery where you'll celebrate life and find peace in nature. Potts Mountain Burial Ground in Marble Hill, Georgia is comprised of 85 acres. This natural and wild space features shady forests, wildflowers, creeks and many species of wildlife. In fact, we're a Certified Bird Sanctuary. Therefore, we have established strict guidelines for burials and visitors to our conservation cemetery.

- Local Resources - contact our community partners & local resources in and around Georgia. This list include our recommended funeral home, florists, caterers and event venues.

Memorials - read the obituaries for those laid to rest at PMBG. You may also leave a tribute or locate a grave.

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- Events - discover Events at Georgia's first dedicated conservation green cemetery.

Visit - Plan a Tour of Georgia's only first dedicated conservation cemetery, Potts Mountain Burial Ground, or contact us with questions or to schedule a pre-need appointment.