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Living History Walking Tour

Published: February 8, 2026; Aithor: Julia Sonrisa

As you walk the grounds, you will meet historical reenactors in full period dress, standing at the very sites their stories ended.

Step through the gates and into the stories of those who built our city.

This isn’t just a walk among the headstones — it’s an encounter with history itself. As we wind through the shaded paths of Rockland Cemetery, the veil of time will lift.

Meet the Legends

Forget dry history books. Along the way, you’ll encounter historical reenactors stationed at the final resting places of our most notable (and notorious) residents.

• Hear firsthand accounts of triumphs, tragedies, and secrets.
• See history in detail with authentic period costumes and storytelling.
• Ask questions to the “spirits” of the pioneers, artists, and immigrants who shaped our world.

Time: 12:00 pm EST

Free!

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