Next Up: The Families of West Parish
Saturday, August 5th – Correct Date!
(Rain Date, Sunday, August 6th)
10:00AM – 11:00AM – Free Cemetery Tour at Bray Cemetery
“The Families of West Parish” presented by Lois Hamilton and Dani Stotzer. Located at: 379 Essex Avenue, Gloucester, MA 01930
Please make a reservation at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-gloucester-cemetery-tour-series-the-families-of-west-parish-tickets-678820258667?aff=oddtdtcreator
Are you interested in Gloucester’s West Parish during the Victorian period?
On this in-person tour “The Families of West Parish ” presented by Lois Hamilton and Dani Stotzer, you’ll discover the captivating tales of the individuals buried in this historic Victorian cemetery. A guest speaker from Wellspring House Inc. will share the amazing story of a wealthy African American family, the Freemans, who are buried in Bray Cemetery and Cedar Rock Gardens of West Parish have generously donated flowers so that guests can lay a flower at each grave.
Park at the West Parish School parking lot at 10 Concord Street, Gloucester, MA 01930. It is a short 0.2 mile walk from the school to Bray Cemetery.
Bray Cemetery is small but lies on a steep downward slope and the ground is uneven. The cemetery is not wheelchair accessible. Wear comfortable, sturdy shoes and bring your sense of adventure.
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