Key West The Newspaper

The first Cemetery Stroll to be offered at the Historic Key West Cemetery this season will take place on January 23, 2016. 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 those of the Los Martires de Cuba, the B’nai Zion Cemetery, the Hulbert family restoration, the Dade Lodge plot, and Piedad Ayala.

The tour will take approximately 90 minutes. Participants should wear comfortable shoes and plan to walk over 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 20, honoring Black History Month, and March 19.

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

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