As long as human beings have existed, so too have infectious diseases. These invisible foes of humanity have proliferated and thrived across history, claiming the lives of untold billions across human history.
The Covid-19 Pandemic illustrated to people living today the all too real prevalence of infectious diseases on human societies, but this relevance is not a new phenomenon. Indeed, over 100 years ago the 1918 Influenza Pandemic devasted the United States and the world. From September to December 1918 alone, over 250,000 people died in the United States from the deadly disease. The influence of diseases on history are visible across the 35 acres of the cemetery in the form of the various graves and memorials left behind by their victims.
To explore the influence of disease on history, please join us this November for a Cemetery Speaker series event, with a presentation from a local historian coupled with a thematic tour of the grounds from one of our docents.
Tickets are only $5 and all proceeds benefit our non-profit mission of historical preservation and education. Space is limited so be sure to reserve your spot today! Keynote remarks will take place either outside or inside the Chapel, weather depending, and the walking tour will take place on the grounds. The tour is approximately 45 minutes in length. Please come prepared with comfortable clothing and shoes, as the tours often stray from the main paths.
The event is rain or shine. Smoking is prohibited and dogs are not allowed to attend the event unless they are a service animal.
To purchase tickets, click the link HERE.
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