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SUMMARY:East Cemetery walk
DESCRIPTION:We’ll explore several parts of the cemetery with Ruth Shapleigh-Brown of the CT Gravestone Network. Ruth will describe the change from graveyards to cemeteries along with symbolism of the artwork on the older gravestones. We’ll visit the 2.5-acre Cheney Cemetery\, adjacent to East Center Street. Meet at the Harrison Street entrance to the cemetery. Park on the street\, or along the lanes in the cemetery
URL:https://manchesterhistory.org/event/east-cemetery-walk/
LOCATION:East Cemetery\, Harrison Street\, Manchester\, CT\, 06040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Barlow":MAILTO:newsletter@manchesterhistory.org
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SUMMARY:North End history walk
DESCRIPTION:Explore the charm of the old North End\, viewing what remains from Urban Renewal of the 1960s. We’ll visit Whiton Library\, the “Y\,” Apel’s Opera House (pictured)\, Woodbridge and Hudson Streets. About one mile along streets and sidewalks. Rain or shine. Extreme weather cancels. We’ll meet at the front steps of the Whiton Library. Park either in the library lot or along Old North Main Street. Free.
URL:https://manchesterhistory.org/event/north-end-history-walk-2/
LOCATION:Whiton Library\, 100 North Main St.\, 100 North Main St.\, Manchester\, CONNECTICUT\, 06042
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Barlow":MAILTO:newsletter@manchesterhistory.org
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SUMMARY:History Hike of Highland Park
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Case Brothers National Historic District in the Highland Park section of Manchester. Includes history walk\, visit to the 1917 cabin\, and an optional climb to the lookout with its scenic view of Hartford and beyond. Meet at the small parking lot on Spring Street near the historic bridge and waterfall\, not far from the intersection of Spring Street and Glen Road  (GPS 670 Spring Street).  Those who want a short history walk may end their walk at the dam at Case Pond near Spring Street. For those who want a more strenuous event\, we will continue uphill along steep\, bumpy\, and rocky terrain. Please wear sturdy sneakers or hiking boots. No dogs\, please. Rain or shine; extreme weather cancels. Please check the street signs carefully before parking to avoid parking tickets. Town Historian Susan Barlow will lead the moderately paced walk.
URL:https://manchesterhistory.org/event/history-hike-of-highland-park-3/
LOCATION:Case Parklet at Highland Park\, 670 Spring St\, manchester\, CT\, 06040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Barlow":MAILTO:newsletter@manchesterhistory.org
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