Last day for Early Bird Special

Today is the last day for members to take advantage of the members-only, early bird special for discounted Run for the Roses tickets. Members sending in their checks today can purchase tickets for $100 each. After today, all individual tickets can be purchased through April 25th for $125 each. A table of ten can be purchased for $1,000.

You don't want to miss this event! Cheer on your favorite Kentucky Derby contender as you enjoy hors d'oeuvres, cocktails - including mint juleps, and a silent auction. Following the race, you will enjoy dinner and live music by pianist Jeff Wieselberg. Jeff will turn the Hartford Golf Club into an exciting piano bar as he plays your requests. Joe D'Ambrosio, WTIC radio personality, Voice of the UConn Huskies and friend of Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation, will be our emcee for the evening. Bring your friends for what promises to be a good time for all. Tickets are selling fast - don't miss out!

The Run for the Roses will be held on Saturday, May 3 at the Hartford Golf Club in West Hartford, Connecticut. All proceeds support Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation's mission to preserve and protect the art, history and natural resources of Hartford's historic Cedar Hill Cemetery in perpetuity.

Colt's Home for the Holidays a Wonderful Event

Colt's Home for the Holidays was an overwhelming success. Attendees enjoyed touring Samuel and Elizabeth Colt's historic home, music filled the normally quiet halls, groups gathered to toast to the holiday season, exquisite food was available at every corner, and the evening concluded with guests coming together to sing holiday carols. As expected, it was a truly festive event and an incomparable start to the holiday season.

Beyond guests enjoying the Armsmear affair, the event was also successful in launching the Colt Memorial Restoration Campaign. All proceeds from the event will be restricted for the restoration of the Colt Memorial at Hartford's historic Cedar Hill Cemetery. We are hopeful that we can now leverage additional support from foundations and companies who recognize the importance of preserving Hartford's history.

We would like to extend our sincere appreciation to UHY LLP who was the presenting sponsor for this event. Their support and their commitment to preserving this important piece of Hartford's history is greatly appreciated. To learn more about UHY LLP visit http://www.uhy-us.com/.

We would also like to thank the Trustees, staff and residents of Armsmear. Since Armsmear is a private residence, we are grateful to them for opening their doors to us for this unique and spectacular event. We would also like to thank Colt's Manufacturing for donating $2,500 to support this project and the Colt Collectors Association for pledging an additional $2,500.

Finally, we would like to thank Aetna Foundation who supported Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation this year through a 2007 Tours and Events Sponsorship. Aetna Foundation's ongoing support ensures that we can continue to offer educational tours and events to the community in order to share Cedar Hill's rich history and the significant stories of those residing here in eternity.

We thank everyone who attended this event for your support, and we hope you have a wonderful and safe holiday season.

Get Your Tickets Today

It's official - the holiday season is here!! Thanksgiving has come and gone, I'm Dreaming of a White Christmas is playing on the radio, gift shopping is in full swing and holiday decorations are making their way to front lawns. With the holidays upon us, don't miss your opportunity to join us for Colt's Home for the Holidays: A Cedar Hill Affair at Armsmear presented by UHY LLP. Tour the historic home of Samuel and Elizabeth Colt as you enjoy hors d'oeuvres, seasonal beverages and live music. This event is sure to be a unique and festive start to your holiday season.

Colt’s Home for the Holidays:
A Cedar Hill Affair at Armsmear presented by UHY LLP
Saturday, December 1, 2007
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Armsmear, 80 Wethersfield Avenue, Hartford

Tickets are $125 and are still available

by calling 860-956-3311, ext. 13.

All proceeds benefit Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation and will be restricted for the restoration of the Colt Family Memorial at Hartford's historic Cedar Hill Cemetery.

WFSB's Jessica Schneider Talks Colt

Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation's Development Director Wendi Fralick sat with Jessica Schneider Saturday morning on WFSB's morning news to discuss Colt's Home for the Holidays. Less than two weeks away, time is running out for you to be a part of this unique event. Festivities at Samuel and Elizabeth Colt's historic home will begin on Saturday, December 1st at 5:00 pm with self-guided tours of the historic home, heavy hors d'oeuvres, seasonal beverages, and live music. Tickets are still available for $125. A portion of each ticket is tax-deductible and all proceeds support Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation and will be restricted for the restoration of the Colt Family Memorial at Hartford's historic Cedar Hill Cemetery.

Seeing this as a unique opportunity for the public, Jessica invited Wendi to share the details of Colt's Home for the Holidays with their viewing audience. If you would like to attend Colt's Home for the Holidays email info@cedarhillcemetery.org or call 860-956-3311 and ask for Wendi. We hope to hear from you soon!

Tickets Still Available

Tickets are still available for Colt's Home for the Holidays: A Cedar Hill Affair at Armsmear presented by UHY LLP December 1, 2007 from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity to tour Samuel and Elizabeth Colt's historic home. Decorated for the holidays in Victorian-era style, attendees can take self-guided tours of the formal living room, Samuel Colt's study, and the picture-filled halls. As you tour, enjoy a variety of hors d'oeuvres, including shrimp cocktail, hand-carved New York sirloin and hickory-smoked turkey breast, and an assortment of desserts. Grab a drink at the beverage bar where, in addition to wine, you can really celebrate the spirit of the holiday season with a glass of egg nog or hot apple cider - with or without the spiced rum! When your tour is complete, talk with friends as you gather around the piano to listen to festive music in the formal living room.

This unique event will surely be an incomparable start to your holiday season. Purchase your tickets today by calling 860-956-3311, ext. 13 or email wfralick@cedarhillcemetery.org. Tickets are available for $125 per person and all proceeds benefit Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation and will be restricted for the restoration of the Colt Memorial at Hartford's historic Cedar Hill Cemetery. A portion of each ticket is tax deductible.

We look forward to seeing you December 1st!

A Cedar Hill Affair at Armsmear

It's hard to believe the holidays are nearly upon us - again. Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation is welcoming this holiday season with Colt's Home for the Holidays: A Cedar Hill Affair at Armsmear presented by UHY LLP. We invite you to join us for this unique opportunity to explore Samuel and Elizabeth Colt's historic home while it's decorated for the holidays in Victorian-era style. Rarely open to the public, guests will listen to live music in the Colt's formal living room, sit in Samuel Colt's study, view original photographs of the prominent Hartford family, and enjoy heavy hors d'oeuvres, wine and seasonal beverages.

Tickets are available for $125 per person, however, space is limited so reserve your tickets early. All proceeds will benefit Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation and will be restricted for the purpose of restoring the Samuel and Elizabeth Colt Memorial at Hartford's historic Cedar Hill Cemetery. To reserve your tickets, contact Wendi Fralick at 860-956-3311, ext. 13.

UHY LLP is the presenting sponsor for Colt's Home for the Holidays. UHY Advisors, Inc. with 30 offices nationwide, including one in historic downtown Hartford, is the 13th largest Public Accounting firm in the country. UHY Advisors, Inc. provides tax and business consulting services through wholly owned subsidiary entities that operate under the name of "UHY Advisors." UHY Advisors, Inc., and its subsidiary entities have more than 1,300 professionals providing services from offices across the United States. UHY Advisors, Inc. and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.

This is sure to be an affair to remember and a wonderful way to start off your holiday season.