Rev War | Park Day Volunteer Opportunity
Park Day @ Revolutionary War Cemetery
Upcoming Event
Monday, April 15, 2024 @ 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM EDT
6957 St Hwy 8
Deposit, NY 13754
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Meeting place
Meet at the cemetery for details on work needed to be done. Parking is on the west side of the cemetery.
Planned Activities
General cleaning of the cemetery consisting of, but not limited to:
-Raking leaves
-Cleaning up branches
-Resetting any stones that make up the wall around the cemetery.
-Raking leaves
-Cleaning up branches
-Resetting any stones that make up the wall around the cemetery.
History or Educational Activities
Kurt Riegel will be conducting a tour of the Cemetery, providing a brief description of the various stone markers. Reigel has a Master's Degree in Historic Preservation from the University at Buffalo plus many other certifications regarding historic preservation and restoration. He owns Riegel Restoration and has been restoring historic gravestones for over a decade. He also is a local gravestone carver enthusiast and has spent lots of time exploring most of the cemeteries in the region. Outside of cemeteries, Riegel is also a local historian, belongs to three boards (Coventry Town Museum, Unadilla Historic Association, and the Eastfield Village Association) and is the Museum Director for the Coventry Town Museum.
Should I bring any tools or supplies?
Please brings:
-Rakes
-Gloves
-Water
-Rakes
-Gloves
-Water
Is there a rain date?
In the instance of inclement weather, Park Day will continue as planned.
Please note
We will be cleaning a historic Cemetery. Please be respectful of the grounds.
Accessibility considerations
Does the site have accessible parking?
Yes
Does the site have accessible bathrooms?
No
Are there activities planned for those with disabilities?
No
Can the site accommodate a wheelchair, scooter, or walker?
Yes
Does your site offer accessible facilities?:
Yes
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