Gone, But Not Forgotten: York on the Eve of the Revolution

Name: Gone, But Not Forgotten: York on the Eve of the Revolution
Start: 2025-10-16T18:00:00-04:00
Location: Old York Museum Center, 3 Lindsay Road, York, ME 03909

Schedule

Thu, 16 Oct, 2025 at 06:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Old York Museum Center, 3 Lindsay Road, York, ME 03909 | York, ME

Gone, But Not Forgotten…Old York on the Eve of the American Revolution
Thursday, October 16, 2025 and Thursday, October 23, 2025
6:00 and 7:00 pm

$22 adults / $17 members / $10 children (18 and under)
Join us for an informative–and slightly spooky–lamplight tour of York's Burying Ground. This year's tour highlights the history of York on the eve of the American Revolution, when the embers of the rebellion began to spark. As twilight descends, you will visit the gravestones of eighteenth-century townsfolk to hear their life stories, dramatically told by costumed guides. From the struggles of Candlemas to the formation of a new and independent nation, the tour will bring to life the complexities of this period in history.
Please note that this tour lasts approximately an hour and takes place outside after dark, so please dress warmly. The terrain is uneven, and comfortable walking shoes are recommended. This program is not recommended for those with mobility issues. Guides will have lanterns, but it is recommended that guests bring their own flashlights.