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The Evolution of American Cemeteries
2025-05-19 18:30:00 2025-05-19 19:45:00 America/Chicago The Evolution of American Cemeteries Both the materials and the symbols used in cemeteries have changed over time, reflecting the values and trends of society. Yet some burial practices are as old as the pyramids in Egypt. Bring your curiosity and questions as you learn about the past and future of American cemeteries. Adults and teens, ages 10 and older welcome. Columbia Public Library - Friends Room

Monday, May 19
6:30pm - 7:45pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-19 18:30:00 2025-05-19 19:45:00 America/Chicago The Evolution of American Cemeteries Both the materials and the symbols used in cemeteries have changed over time, reflecting the values and trends of society. Yet some burial practices are as old as the pyramids in Egypt. Bring your curiosity and questions as you learn about the past and future of American cemeteries. Adults and teens, ages 10 and older welcome. Columbia Public Library - Friends Room

Both the materials and the symbols used in cemeteries have changed over time, reflecting the values and trends of society. Yet some burial practices are as old as the pyramids in Egypt. Bring your curiosity and questions as you learn about the past and future of American cemeteries. Adults and teens, ages 10 and older welcome.

Both the materials and the symbols used in cemeteries have changed over time, reflecting the values and trends of society. Yet some burial practices are as old as the pyramids in Egypt. Bring your curiosity and questions as you learn about the past and future of American cemeteries.

Adults and teens, ages 10 and older welcome.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | School-Age | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History & Genealogy | Featured |

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