Spring Cemetery Preservation Workshop: Cedar Heights Cemetery in Marianna

Spring Cemetery Preservation Workshop: Cedar Heights Cemetery in Marianna
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Arkansas Historic Preservation Program
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Starting
Apr 01, 09:00AM
Ending
Apr 01, 04:00PM
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Location
The cemetery is located behind the Marianna Courthouse on Chestnut Street.
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Holly Hope

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The Spring 2023 AHPP Cemetery Preservation Workshop will be held at Cedar Heights Cemetery, Cemetery Avenue, Marianna, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, April 1, 2023.

This FREE workshop on the basics of cemetery conservation will address common concerns in preservation and maintenance of cemeteries and offer hands-on training, with instruction by Rusty Brenner of Texas Cemetery Restoration. 

Attendees are encouraged to participate in cleaning, making basic repairs, and in the leveling and straightening of gravestones. 

Registration is REQUIRED, and space is LIMITED!

Contact Holly Hope to register. 

Lunch will be served at the Cedar Heights Cemetery. Please inform us if you need a vegetarian option. Parking for the workshop is at the cemetery. Tents will be provided in case of rain. Chairs are available, but if you need a stool, you are encouraged to bring one. Gloves and comfortable clothing are also encouraged.

Special thanks to:
Mayor Ora Barnes Stevens

DIRECTIONS:
The cemetery is located behind the Marianna Courthouse on Chestnut Street. 

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