The Bosque Bello Arboretum is to provide a place for reflection, remembrance, rest, and appreciation for the horticultural collection of the property.  There are over 1,300 trees in the cemetery totaling nearly 30,000 tree inches.  Prominent species include live oak, laurel oak, red cedar and hickory.

Established circa 1798, Bosque Bello Cemetery is the oldest cemetery in Fernandina Beach and a highly significant cultural resource for Amelia Island. Resting place for thousands of people, Bosque Bello (“Beautiful Woods” in Spanish) is situated in the original town of Fernandina, now known as Old Town. Bosque Bello’s 34 acres were originally part of the Spanish Land Grants.

 The City of Fernandina Beach has owned and operated the cemetery since as early as 1857, as documented on City plats.