It is arranged "in curvilinear fashion", following the local topography, and combines natural vegetation and landscaping, including gardens of irises, lilies, and roses.

The Richards Mausoleum, made of green sandstone, is described as "probably the purist [sic] example of Egyptian Revival architecture to be found in the state".

[7] Tours of the cemetery are conducted in the summers by reservation through Miramont Castle: "The guests will be given an introduction to Victorian mourning, their beliefs and superstitions by the Lady in Black.

"[3] Charles Adams (1840–1885), was a Civil War general, Colorado Indian agent, and secretary to Territorial Governor Edward M.

[8][9][10] Another local legendary woman is Theresa M. Kenny (1859 Austria – 1943); She built and stuccoed her own mausoleum in the 1930s and enjoyed rocking a chair alongside her completed project.