It features Gothic Revival elements, including an elaborate entrance arch constructed of locally quarried Fall River granite.

It was designed and laid out by local architect Josiah Brown, who is also known for his designs of early mills including the Union, Border City, and others.

[2] Oak Grove Cemetery is the final resting place of many of the city's elite, including prominent mill owners and merchants.

It also contains the city's Civil War Monument, donated by Richard Borden.

The cemetery was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1983.