𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩’𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙖 𝙣𝙖𝙢𝙚? 𝘎𝘦𝘰𝘳𝘨𝘪𝘢 𝘌𝘳𝘸𝘪𝘯 𝘔𝘤𝘔𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘎𝘦𝘰𝘳𝘨𝘪𝘢 𝘗𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘔𝘳𝘴. 𝘑.𝘛. 𝘗𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘎𝘦𝘰𝘳𝘨𝘪𝘢 𝘌𝘳𝘸𝘪𝘯 𝘔𝘤𝘔𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘯, 𝘸𝘪𝘧𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘑𝘰𝘩𝘯 𝘛. 𝘔𝘤𝘔𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘯 This collection of names is significant to the Old Clarkesville Cemetery for a meaningful reason. Georgia was the gatekeeper through whom we understand the stories we steward. It is through the lens of her girlhood memory that we …
Help us preserve the cemetery
Dear Friend and Supporter of the Old Clarkesville Cemetery,Thank you for your steadfast support. This circa-1831 historic site continues to offer a peaceful respite just steps from the bustle of the Clarkesville Square. It stands as a landmark of local pride and a meaningful chapter in the broader history of our region and nation.Since 2017, …
Help us complete cemetery projects
Layout of existing Durbec family plot Sketch of the completed restoration Dear Friend and Supporter of the Old Clarkesville Cemetery, Thank you for your steadfast support. This circa 1831 historic site is experiencing a revival as it retakes its rightful place in the history of Clarkesville and the broader scope of our regional and national …
History among the Hemlocks – A Spirited Stroll through the Old Clarkesville Cemetery
This fall, a live-action version of long-buried history is being resurrected at the Old Clarkesville Cemetery. This repeat event hosted by the Historic Clarkesville Cemetery Preservation, Inc. board of directors invites visitors into the historic cemetery to learn more about four individuals who sleep beneath the towering native trees. History among the Hemlocks: A Spirited …
Gloaming Picnic & Art Auction set for April 22
Fundraiser for Old Clarkesville Cemetery to feature local art Join supporters of the Old Clarkesville Cemetery on April 22 for what promises to be a memorable evening to raise funds for the preservation and restoration of the historic landmark. Historic Clarkesville Cemetery Preservation, Inc. is hosting the Gloaming Picnic & Art Auction at the Old …
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