A Carronade from Old Ironsides
The beautiful grounds of Evergreen Washelli Memorial Park serve as the final resting place for some of Seattle’s most influential and memorable figures, including the Denny party who arrived on Alki beach over 150 years ago. You’ll join Paul Elvig, former General Manager of Evergreen Washelli, and Brenda Spicer to explore the lives of pioneers, activists, soldiers, and entrepreneurs who helped shape the diverse history and culture of the Puget Sound region. The tour includes the Washelli Columbarium as well as the exploration of the cemetery grounds. As an added bonus anyone wishing to stay after the tour can accompany General Manager, Scott Sheehan for a personal tour of the Crematory.
The tour is from 10 am – 12:00 pm. Saturday, August 7, 2010.
Tickets are available through www.brownpapertickets.com
Meet at: Memorial park entrance at 11111 Aurora Ave. North, on the east side of Aurora Avenue North, Seattle. Participants will be directed to parking upon entering the park. If you have any questions please email Helen Divjak.
Tags: guided, MOHAI, Museum of History and Industry, Tour, walking tour