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	Classic Greek Revival architecture is prevalent in older cemeteries. This mausoleum in Mount Washington Cemetery in Independence, Missouri is a stellar example. Symmetrically spaced, fluted columns with Ionic capitols completely surround the structure.

Mount St. Mary's Cemetery in Kansas City has suffered vandalism like nearly all other urban cemeteries. In this case, someone appears to have tried to soften the damage with flowers. This photo was taken in late afternoon with a large storm heading in.

Cemeteries were often a city's first park, as was the case in Springfield, Missouri. This gazebo likely served as bandstand, picnic area and meeting place back in the days when people dressed up to take a Sunday stroll through the local memorial park.

Elmwood Cemetery in Kansas City, Missouri, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is a favorite place to try out new and different photographic techniques. In this case, high speed infrared film was used to accentuate the sky and landscape while leaving the neutral tones of the Bales marker intact.

Mount St. Mary's Cemetery is located on one of the highest points in Kansas City, providing a perfect view of downtown. This shot was taken at first light the morning after a rain.

Nothing helps relate a subject to its environment like a wide angle lens. The surrounding elements can be included without sacrificing the subject's prominence in the shot. Taken in Mount St. Mary's Cemetery, Kansas City, Missouri.