Sign Up Now for 1st Cemetery Stroll of 2017!

The first Cemetery Stroll offered at the Historic Key West Cemetery this season takes place on January 28th. During the stroll, small groups of visitors will be escorted to gravesites where interpreters will tell the stories of the deceased in brief monologues. The groups are scheduled for departures at 9:30, 9:50, and 10:10 Reservations are necessary, and can be made by calling (305) 304-1453.

Among the gravesites to be visited are the B’nai Zion Cemetery, the Toppino mausoleum, and the graves of Rough Rider Frank Booth, Roosevelt Sands, Sr., and Piedad Ayala. There will also be a brief description of the restoration of the Benjamin Albury plot by sculptor/restorer Craig Gray.

The tour will take approximately 90 minutes. Participants should wear comfortable shoes and plan to walk about a mile on uneven ground. Bottled water will be provided.

This is an excellent opportunity to learn first-hand about some of the fascinating people who have given Key West its colorful and significant character. Space is limited for the tours and pre-registration is required. A donation of $10 (cash or check) per person to the Historic Florida Keys Foundation is recommended.

Additional strolls will take place on February 25 and March 25.

The cemetery strolls are sponsored by the City of Key West and the Historic Florida Keys Foundation.

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