Undertakers, Wakes, & Tears: Mourning Rituals in 19th Century America
Explore nineteenth-century mourning customs and the Victorians' intricate relationship with death during a guided walking session led by Deb Coffey at Mount Hope Cemetery. Participants examine historical grieving practices paired with a visual display detailing funeral traditions. Sessions proceed through varied weather conditions unless hazardous, starting promptly from the North Gatehouse entrance.
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