Hollywood Cemetery: Symbolism and Monument Styles Specialty Walking Tour August 17, 2013

If cemeteries could talk, what could they tell you about those buried there? Learn to interpret the spiritual, occupational, vegetal and fraternal signs and symbols found on Hollywood’s headstones and ironworks. Discover the historical origins of the many monument styles including cradle stones, pyramids, pier stones, mausoleums and reliquaries. Meet at the entrance at Cherry and Albemarle streets.

$15 per person
$10 for History Center Members
Walk-ups welcome.
Cash or check, or purchase online at richmondhistorytours.com.
On-street parking.

This tour is presented as part of the Richmond History Tours program, a service of the Valentine Richmond History Center. We offer a full schedule of walking and bus tours of city neighborhoods, waterways, parks, retail districts, historic sites and battlefields. Led by a trained master guide, a Richmond History Tour is the best way to experience the city's rich past, present and future.

Hollywood Cemetery Specialty Tours are $15 ($10 for History Center Members). Prices include a $5 donation for the maintenance of the cemetery grounds.