Wilton Historical Society Announces Walking Tour of Historic Hillside Cemetery with Historian Bob Russell on Saturday, October 5 from 11:00 am – 12:00
Meet Wilton historian Bob Russell’s tour at the flagpole at 10:30. Open to all.
The popular tour returns, with new additions! On Saturday, October 5 from 11:000 – 12:00 at Hillside Cemetery in Wilton, spend an hour with historian Bob Russell, as he shares his extensive knowledge about the many remarkable citizens who have found their final resting place there. The hour-long guided walk includes a brief history of the historic cemetery and the notable people buried there, including Revolutionary and Civil War veterans plus familiar names such as Olmstead, Middlebrook and Comstock, dating back to the 1800’s. Mr. Russell has added new stops on his tour, which will detail information about the Gregory and Marvin families, as well.
Co-sponsored by the Wilton Congregational Church and the Wilton Historical Society.
No charge, all are welcome.
Registration suggested: pam@wiltoncongregational.org or call 203-762-5591
The Wilton Historical Society, 224 Danbury Road, Wilton, CT 06897 www.wiltonhistorical.org
Questions? Call 203-762-7257