The phrase “Westerly Burial Ground” does not correspond to a widely documented historical site, institution, or concept in major reference works or scholarly publications. Consequently, comprehensive encyclopedic information about a specific location bearing this exact name is unavailable.
The term likely denotes a burial ground (cemetery) located in or near the town of Westerly, Rhode Island, United States, or in another locality named Westerly. The name appears to be derived from the geographic designation “Westerly,” which itself is an adjectival form indicating a western orientation or a place named Westerly. In many New England towns, historical burial grounds are often referred to by the town name followed by “Burial Ground” (e.g., “Providence Burial Ground”), suggesting that “Westerly Burial Ground” could be a local cemetery used by the community of Westerly.
Without reliable, verifiable sources that specifically identify and describe a burial ground formally named “Westerly Burial Ground,” no further factual details—such as its date of establishment, notable interments, size, denomination affiliation, or historic significance—can be provided. Any additional information would be speculative and therefore omitted in accordance with encyclopedic standards.