Nature in the Necropolis:
Celebrating Earth Day Amid the Earth-Bound
The first official observance of Earth Day took place in 1970 as a day intended to inspire awareness and appreciation for the earth’s natural environment. Few sites have more appreciation for its “earth,” and all of the stories and secrets that lie beneath it than Laurel Hill. The resting place claims status as the first garden cemetery in the United States, boasting 78 acres of green space in the middle of the city. Start off your Earth Day properly at Laurel Hill, taking in its gorgeous river vistas, and learning of its history as a world-renowned arboretum. Participants will also aim to identify the many bird species, trees and horticultural specimens that still populate the site. Share your knowledge or just enjoy nature and the blooming springtime. Bring binoculars if you wish.
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This program will be co-presented by Laurel Hill Cemetery guides, Bob Berghaier and Steve Maurer. It will take place on Earth Day, Sunday, April 22 at 8:30am, commencing with complimentary coffee, juice and pastries, and departing from Laurel Hill Cemetery’s Gatehouse entrance at 3822 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19132. Free parking is located in the lot across the street from the Gatehouse.
The cost is $8/person and $6/students or seniors. Tickets can be purchased at the door, or in advance by calling (215) 228-8200 or online at www.thelaurelhillcemetery.org.
