Blandford Cemetery Architecture - An American Treasure

319 South Crater Road,Petersburg VA 23803

14 November, 2021

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Lecture on Cemetery Iron-work & Monuments at Blandford Cemetery Symbols on Gravestones, their meaning & history Walking Tour Have you ever wondered about the symbolism & meaning of the monuments-memorials at Blandford Cemetary? Join our guides for a walking tour & lecture on the beauty of Blandford's 18th & 19th Century Funereal monuments and iron work. Blandford Cemetery was established in the1700's and is the second largest cemetery surpassed by Arlington National Cemetery. Begun as the Bristol Parish in the 1700's, the oldest known grave is from 1702. Many noted Virginian's & two Governors are buried in Blandford, home now to Blandford Church with its famous set of Tiffany Windows from the Studio of Louis Comfort Tiffany. 2 Tours offered: 10:00 am & 11:30 am 25 Guests per tour Parking is available at Blandford Cemetery Reception Center. Thank you for supporting the Museum's of Petersburg! Our Fundraising efforts keep History Alive for everyone! The Petersburg Preservation Task Force