Cedar Hill: A Tour Behind the Scenes

Mark your calendars now to join us Thursday, July 16 from 6:00pm - 7:30pm for Cedar Hill: A Tour Behind the Scenes. Since its establishment in 1864, Hartford's famous Cedar Hill has become a significant resource for the preservation not only of a stunning historic landscape and greenspace but also of Hartford's historic roots and colorful history. Join long-time board member Russ Jones for an informal stroll 'Behind the Scenes.' This tour will begin at the Chapel, go to the memorial grounds and conclude at the Chapel. Please wear comfortable walking shoes. General Admission is $5.00; CHCF Members and Let's Go Arts Members are Free.

Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation's 2009 Tours and Events Season is sponsored in part by the Greater Hartford Arts Council.

UConn Alumni Association Social at Cedar Hill Cancelled

The UConn Alumni Association Social scheduled for Thursday, June 18 has been cancelled due to the continued threat of inclement weather. This event is expected to be rescheduled in the fall. Details will be announced once they are available.

Mark your calendars now to join long-time Board Director Russell Jones for a tour of Cedar Hill's stunning historic landscape and greenspace and learn about Hartford's historic roots and colorful history. This Tour Behind the Scenes is scheduled for July 16 at 6:00pm. General admission: $5.00; CHCF Members and Let's Go Arts members: Free. For more information, click here.

Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation's 2009 Tours and Events Season is sponsored in part by the Greater Hartford Arts Council. For the complete 2009 tours and events calendar, click here.

Cedar Hill Notables Tour - Tuesday!

Join us Tuesday, June 16 at 10:00am for a tour of Cedar Hill's most notable residents, including J.P. Morgan, Samuel and Elizabeth Colt, and Katharine Hepburn. Meet at the flagpole at the end of the entryway drive. General Admission: $5.00; CHCF Members and Let's Go Arts Members: Free.

UConn Alumni Association Social at Cedar Hill Postponed!

The UConn Alumni Association has postponed its social at Cedar Hill until Thursday, June 18 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm due to the threat of inclement weather. There is still time to register for this event, which will include a 45-minute tour of Cedar Hill notables, including J.P. Morgan and Katharine Hepburn, complimentary hors-d'oeuvres and a cash bar. To register or for more information, visit www.uconnalumni.com - select Events, then select Calendar. UConn Alumni Association Members - $15.00; Nonmembers - $20.00. For more information about this and other events at Cedar Hill, click here.

UConn Alumni Association Summer Social at Cedar Hill

The UConn Alumni Association invites you to Cedar Hill on Thursday, June 11 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm for a summer social. This casual event will include a tour of Cedar Hill notables, including J.P. Morgan and Katharine Hepburn, complimentary hors-d'oeuvres and a cash bar. To be a part of this memorable evening, register at www.uconnalumni.com - select Events, then select Calendar. UConn Alumni Association Members - $15.00; Nonmembers - $20.00. For more information, visit www.cedarhillcemetery.org.

Arts & Letters Tour this Saturday

Join us this Saturday for Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation's Arts & Letters Tour featuring some of Cedar Hill's most notable authors, actors and artists, including artists William Baxter Closson, artists William Glackens and actress Katharine Hepburn. This event will begin at 10:00am at the flagpole at the end of the entryway drive.

Hats Off to Spring at Cedar Hill

Join us this Saturday for Hats Off to Spring at Cedar Hill. Victorian Lady Kandie Carle will use humor and wit as she discusses life and etiquette during the Victorian and Edwardian eras. In celebration of spring, she will also discuss the importance of hats during the Edwardian era, which will include a hat show by The Hat Place. Wear your favorite hat as prizes will be awarded for most beautiful and unique!

This event will take place Saturday, May 30 at the Colt memorial on Section 2 beginning at 10:00am. General admission is $5.00. CHCF members and Let's Go Arts members are free.