Fall “History Walk” ~ Black Swamp/Greenlawn Cemetery
Presented by Versailles Area Historical Society
Sunday Afternoon October 9th at 2 O’clock
This is a “walking tour” (rain or shine) so be prepared. Lawn chairs are welcome. Parking available across the street or use the two drives on the east side of the cemetery.
Tour begins with an overview of the history of the Black Swamp/Greenlawn Cemetery presented by Jim Kelch.
Janet Worz will present a history of tombstone symbolism with the many examples present locally.
The Memorial Arch and its history/military significance will be presented by Jim Condon.
The Mausoleum will be open and its history will be presented by Sarah Magoto. You will have a chance to look inside and a question & answer session will follow. Betty Armstrong & John Nickol have each devoted over 30 years to the cemetery and they will be on hand to answer your questions.
To finish out this year’s “history walk,” Deb Pohl will present the history of the Famous Russells.
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