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Echoes of Yesteryear: A Walk through Oak Ridge Cemetery

September 29 @ 12:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Oak Ridge Cemetery

“Echoes of Yesteryear: A Walk through Oak Ridge Cemetery” will be held from Noon – 3:30 p.m. Sunday, September 29. (The last tour begins at 3:00 p.m.). The free walking tour is sponsored by the Sangamon County Historical Society in cooperation with Oak Ridge Cemetery, 1441 Monument Avenue, Springfield.

Seven actors dressed in period costumes will tell the personal stories of individuals buried at Oak Ridge Cemetery who made significant contributions to our community’s early history. Maps will be provided for the ½ mile tour. Allow about two hours.

The event is free and open to the public, however donations are suggested.  Parking is available. Refreshments will be available for purchase.

Details

Date:
September 29
Time:
12:00 pm - 3:30 pm
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Website:
https://www.visitspringfieldillinois.com/EventDetails/?id=32751

Organizer

Visit Springfield
Phone
217-789-2360
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Venue

Oak Ridge Cemetery
1441 Monument Ave.
Springfield, IL 62703 United States
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Phone
217-525-1961
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