{"id":2288,"date":"2026-04-07T10:06:38","date_gmt":"2026-04-07T15:06:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.funeralocity.com\/blog\/?p=2288---157bd343-70f5-4a02-9b4f-dc96b6d1a77f"},"modified":"2026-04-07T10:06:38","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T15:06:38","slug":"everything-you-need-to-know-about-mausoleums","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.funeralocity.com\/blog\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-mausoleums\/","title":{"rendered":"Everything You Need to Know About Mausoleums"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Mausoleums have been used to honor the dead for thousands of years, and many old-world mausoleums were constructed as elaborate final resting places for royals and other notable individuals. The Taj Mahal in India is <a href=\"https:\/\/whc.unesco.org\/en\/list\/252\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">the most famous mausoleum in the world<\/a>, built by an emperor to honor his favorite wife. The Woodlawn Cemetery in the Bronx, NY is also well-known for its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thewoodlawncemetery.org\/mausoleum\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">large collection of historic and family mausoleums<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>A mausoleum is a building that provides burial space above ground. Depending on the size and design of the structure, a mausoleum may hold more than one person, so it\u2019s often an excellent option for family members who wish to be buried in the same place.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #14377d;\">Inside a Mausoleum<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One of the benefits of above-ground burial space is that families and friends can spend time with their loved ones in a climate-controlled setting. Modern-day indoor mausoleums feature open spaces and wide hallways that display customized architectural designs and natural light.\r\n    <div class=\"single-content-banner\">\r\n                                    <div class=\"single-content-banner__shortcode\">\r\n                            <div class=\"input-search-wrapper input-search-wrapper--bottom\">\r\n            <h2 class=\"title-search\">See funeral home prices in your area<\/h2>\r\n            <div class=\"input-search search-home\">\r\n                <input placeholder=\"Enter your City or ZIP Code\" type=\"search\" class=\"addressMain\">\r\n                <button type=\"submit\" class=\"blue-button\">\r\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.funeralocity.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/funeralocity\/dist\/images\/icons\/search-button.svg\">Search\r\n                <\/button>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <span class=\"small-text\">Use zip code for more precise search results<\/span>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n<\/p>\n<p>The deceased are entombed behind granite or marble walls in crypts or cremation niches, and their names and\/or epitaphs are engraved into the stone to mark each specific burial location. The building is well-ventilated and secure, and some mausoleums even have benches for seating and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.funeralocity.com\/blog\/2018\/05\/08\/5-funeral-poems-bring-peace\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">quiet reflection<\/a>, as well as tribute tables for flowers or mementos.<\/p>\n<p>A crypt is a burial compartment that holds one or more caskets. Some mausoleums offer side-by-side crypts so two people can be buried next to each other, while other structures are designed to hold companion crypts (two caskets laid vertically or horizontally in one space). Mausoleum cremation niches are usually designed to hold one <a href=\"https:\/\/www.funeralocity.com\/blog\/2018\/05\/11\/about-cremation-urns\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">cremation urn<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Different types of mausoleums can found in cemeteries and private burial grounds throughout the country.<\/p>\r\n    <div class=\"single-content-banner\">\r\n                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/funeralocity.com\/average-funeral-price\" class=\"single-content-banner__image\">\r\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"desktop\" src=\"https:\/\/www.funeralocity.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Banner_1_desktop.png\" alt=\"Compare the cost of funerals in your city\">\r\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tablet\" src=\"https:\/\/www.funeralocity.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Banner_1_tablet.png\" alt=\"Compare the cost of funerals in your city\">\r\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mobile\" src=\"https:\/\/www.funeralocity.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Banner_1_mobile.png\" alt=\"Compare the cost of funerals in your city\">\r\n                <\/a>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n\n<h3><span style=\"color: #14377d;\">Private Mausoleum<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A private mausoleum is built as a final resting place for a single individual or multiple family members. Private\/family mausoleums can be indoor or outdoor structures featuring simple or extravagant designs \u2013 the ability to customize layouts is a key advantage of these above-ground spaces, but it does increase the overall <a href=\"https:\/\/www.funeralocity.com\/blog\/2018\/08\/18\/understanding-funeral-costs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">cost of burial<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #14377d;\">Garden Mausoleum<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Garden mausoleums are outdoor areas accented by natural landscapes with manicured trees and flowers. In addition to decorative monuments and remembrance art, there is space available for crypts, cremation niches, and cremation benches. Garden mausoleums are a great option for families, offering a peaceful memorial space that blends in with the surrounding environment.<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #14377d;\">Public Mausoleums<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Public mausoleums hold multiple individuals in a secure, above-ground space. Also known as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.funeralocity.com\/blog\/2017\/11\/15\/burials\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">community mausoleums<\/a>, these indoor burial chambers can hold hundreds of crypts and niches and tend to be more affordable than private mausoleums.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #14377d;\">Pros and Cons of Mausoleums<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Choosing a final resting place is a very personal decision. While some people make their wishes known during the funeral pre-planning process, this task is often left up to surviving family members. If you\u2019re thinking about above-ground burial for your loved one, there are pros and cons to consider when evaluating mausoleums.\r\n    <div class=\"single-content-banner\">\r\n                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/funeralocity.com\/cremationclub\" class=\"single-content-banner__image\">\r\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"desktop\" src=\"https:\/\/www.funeralocity.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/cc-price.svg\" alt=\"Advanced directive planning - for peace of mind\">\r\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tablet\" src=\"https:\/\/www.funeralocity.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/cc-price-t.svg\" alt=\"Advanced directive planning - for peace of mind\">\r\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mobile\" src=\"https:\/\/www.funeralocity.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/cc-price-m.svg\" alt=\"Advanced directive planning - for peace of mind\">\r\n                <\/a>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #14377d;\">Pros<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #14377d;\"><strong>Above-Ground<\/strong><\/span> &#8211; Some people don\u2019t like the idea of an underground burial. Mausoleums offer a clean, dry above-ground option for final resting places. Mausoleums also work well in areas of low elevation where the ground is too wet or unstable for graves and caskets. For example, New Orleans is famous for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saveourcemeteries.org\/cemeteries\/cemeteries\/st-louis-cemetery-no-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">historic above-ground cemeteries<\/a> as the city\u2019s water table is very high and the area is prone to flooding.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2291\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2291\" style=\"width: 760px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.funeralocity.com\/blog\/2019\/03\/05\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-mausoleums\/above-ground\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-2291\"><img width=\"760\" height=\"390\" data-public-id=\"above-ground\/above-ground.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-post-2288 wp-image-2291 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/funeralocity\/images\/w_760,h_390,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1599019870\/above-ground\/above-ground.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Above-Ground - Funeralocity\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1599019870\" data-seo=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/funeralocity\/images\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1599019870\/above-ground\/above-ground.jpg?_i=AA 760w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/funeralocity\/images\/w_300,h_154,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1599019870\/above-ground\/above-ground.jpg?_i=AA 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2291\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Saint_Louis_Cemetery#\/media\/File:20101010-DSC_0087-2.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Charles Talen<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">CC BY-SA 4.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #14377d;\"><strong>Space<\/strong><\/span> &#8211; Although some mausoleums can be quite large, these above-ground buildings tend to save on cemetery space because more than one person can be interred in the burial chamber. Compared to single grave plots (which often require concrete burial vaults), mausoleums are a better option for couples and families who need additional space.<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #14377d;\"><strong>Privacy<\/strong><\/span> &#8211; Indoor mausoleums allow people to visit their loved ones in a private setting whenever they wish, without having to worry about the weather outside.<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #14377d;\"><strong>Convenience<\/strong><\/span> &#8211; Loved ones can be buried year round since there\u2019s no need to dig a grave. This is convenient in places with cold climates where the ground can be frozen for long periods of time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #14377d;\">Cons<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #14377d;\"><strong>Expensive<\/strong><\/span> &#8211; Mausoleum prices vary depending on size, design, and construction material. Building an above-ground burial chamber usually costs more than purchasing an individual grave plot in a cemetery.<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #14377d;\"><strong>Maintenance<\/strong><\/span> &#8211; Just as with any other building, mausoleums need to be regularly maintained to prevent structural deterioration. Poorly constructed mausoleums may have leakage and odor issues, so it\u2019s important to ensure that the structure is preserved on a regular basis. For questions about care and maintenance of your loved one\u2019s mausoleum, talk to cemetery management and carefully read the terms and conditions of the contract.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #14377d;\">Mausoleum Rules<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.funeralocity.com\/blog\/2019\/03\/05\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-mausoleums\/mausoleums\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-2293\"><img width=\"760\" height=\"390\" data-public-id=\"Mausoleums\/Mausoleums.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-post-2288 wp-image-2293\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/funeralocity\/images\/w_760,h_390,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1599019866\/Mausoleums\/Mausoleums.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Mausoleum Rules - Funeralocity\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1599019866\" data-seo=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/funeralocity\/images\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1599019866\/Mausoleums\/Mausoleums.jpg?_i=AA 760w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/funeralocity\/images\/w_300,h_154,c_scale\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1599019866\/Mausoleums\/Mausoleums.jpg?_i=AA 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\nCemeteries often have specific rules and regulations regarding mausoleum usage. Most of these rules pertain to visiting hours and recommended etiquette when guests visit a loved one in a private or public mausoleum.<\/p>\n<p>There can be restrictions on the number and type of floral arrangements (e.g. fresh vs. artificial flowers, potted plants), as well as how long personal tributes can remain in the mausoleum. Most cemeteries don\u2019t allow eating or drinking on burial grounds, and memorial ceremonies often require advance permission.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re building a family mausoleum on private property, make sure that you understand local zoning rules and cemetery construction standards for drainage and ventilation. You will likely need specific permits before breaking ground.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #14377d;\">Unique Burial Spaces<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Mausoleums are a popular choice for above-ground burial in a cemetery. We\u2019ve compiled an extensive list of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.funeralocity.com\/blog\/2018\/08\/29\/photos-top-19-most-magnificent-cemeteries\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">top 19 most magnificent cemeteries<\/a> which showcase beautiful and unique burial spaces around the world.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Mausoleums have been used to honor the dead for thousands of years, and many old-world mausoleums were constructed as elaborate final resting places for royals and other notable individuals. The Taj Mahal in India is the most famous mausoleum in the world, built by an emperor to honor his favorite wife. 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