Durham Politicians of Maplewood Cemetery Tour

Come learn about Durham’s political leaders of the Reconstruction, Redemption, and Fusion Eras in Maplewood Cemetery.

Learn about funerary traditions and grave art and architecture. All this in what is perhaps Durham’s loveliest urban open space.

Tours Start at 1pm and 2:30 pm (last approximately 90 minutes)

Cost: $12/person ($15.06 incl fees + taxes); Free to PD members (membership status will be verified)

Become a member by joining on www.preservationdurham.org/join-us/donate

Tour-goers must register and pay in advance on-line.

Maplewood was created in 1872 as Durham’s very first public amenity. The cemetery is Durham’s very first public space and its very first planned space. It is a garden of memories and our oldest repository of public art. In Maplewood are buried captains of industry, famous educators, great philanthropists, and ordinary people. In the cemetery are reposed the origins of many Durham legends and icons. There are stories of war and disease and the struggle against both. There are stories of love and of prejudice, of triumph and tragedy. Learn about funerary customs and grave architecture. Enjoy the peace and solemnity of one of the city’s great historic treasures.

Please Note:

• Be on time.

• Meet at the Kent Street entrance.

• Look for the Preservation Durham banner.

• Wear sensible shoes and comfortable clothing.

• There are no public bathrooms so people should remember what mom said, “go before you get in the car.”

Host or Publisher Preservation Durham