Blandford Cemetery Tour

111 Rochelle Lane,Petersburg VA 23803

16 April, 2023

Description

Blandford Cemetery is home to many unique headstones and monuments. As your guide walks you though the cemetery you will learn about some of the tombstones' symbolism. During Colonial times, death was feared and tombstones reflected this with sculls, bones, and skeletons. In Victorian Age cemeteries became park-like places for contemplation and mortuary art. Come learn about these fascinating works of art. Tour will take about an hour and involve walking though grass and uneven ground. Please wear proper shoes. Not wheelchair accessible. No benches available during tour. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the tour time. Parking at Blandford Church Reception Center. You may want to stay an and take a tour of Historic Blandford Church and see its 15 Tiffany windows. Additional reduced admission fee of $5.00