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A Local Focus on Rosehill Cemetery

June 7 @ 1:00 pm 3:30 pm

Photos by Tom Nall.

Rosehill Cemetery has been a resting place of choice for many Rogers Park/West Ridge families since the Civil War. Join neighborhood historian Glenna Eaves on a tour that highlights the graves and monuments of men and women who helped build Rogers Park and West Ridge. With curated stops at a few of Rosehill’s 200,000 gravesites, Glenna will highlight the vision, enterprise and dedication shown by the farmers, soldiers, business owners, artists and others who shaped our community.

On this walk through Rosehill’s peacefull setting, you will get a new look at neighborhood history. Popular tour guide Glenna Eaves will share the stories of life over the centuries in our community.

Tickets are $25; $20 with RPWRHS member discount. Capacity is limited, so register now to reserve your spot.