From Hollywood Cemetery’s FaceBook page:
Many of the lots in Hollywood Cemetery have wrought iron fencing that is over 150 years old. With the help of talented welders, we have restored many of these fences! Here are a few Before & After shots.
From Hollywood Cemetery’s FaceBook page:
Got family in town for the holidays? Bring them to Hollywood for a tour this weekend!
From Valentine Richmond History Center website:
October 25, 2014
Explore the significant role that women’s groups played in Hollywood Cemetery’s history from the Civil War to the present. Stops include gravesites of female residents who led independent lives as educators, authors, preservationists, suffragists, humanitarians or as the power behind the scenes of famous men.
$15 per person
$10 for History Center Members
Walk-ups welcome.
Cash or check, or purchase online.
On-street parking.This tour is presented as part of the Richmond History Tours program, a service of the Valentine Richmond History Center.
Reposted from the Hollywood Cemetery FaceBook page:
“Grief” is one of the most notable pieces of sculpture at Hollywood. It was made by Richmond sculptor Edward V. Valentine and is located in Presidents Circle on the tomb of William Worthington.
From Hollywood Cemetery’s FaceBook page:
If you haven’t had a chance to read “Winnie Davis: Daughter of the Lost Cause”, you can buy a copy of the book at our event on Oct. 8th. Author Heath Lee will be talking about the book’s connections to Hollywood Cemetery and signing copies. We hope you’ll attend!
From Hollywood Cemetery’s FaceBook page:
Although you can drive through the cemetery today, there was a time when automobiles were prohibited in Hollywood Cemetery. In fact, when President Taft visited in 1909 he was initially refused entry because of his motorcade.
Also:
Another fun way to tour Hollywood is by trolley! Our trolley tours take place every Sunday at 2pm and last approximately 2 hours.
Check out Hollywood Cemetery’s website:
Photo submitted by Among the Ruin.
From Hollywood Cemetery’s FaceBook page:
We’re excited to announce the Top 5 photos in our photo contest! We think these 5 photos best represent the historical beauty of Hollywood Cemetery. Thank you to everyone who participated!
Now it’s time to vote! To vote, simply “like” the picture (ed.’s note: On Hollywood Cemetery’s FaceBook page) you think should win. Tell your family and friends to vote as well! Voting will be open until 11:59pm, Wednesday, July 23rd.
Hollywood Cemetery’s Facebook page is running a photo contest:
Do you have a great photo you’ve taken of Hollywood Cemetery? Share it with us and you could win 2 tickets for a trolley tour through Hollywood!
Here are the details: Send us a private message with your photo. From the submissions, we will choose the Top 5 that we think best represents the historical beauty of Hollywood. The Top 5 photos will be posted on July 16th for your votes. The photo that receives the most “Likes” wins!
Only one entry per person please.
From tour description in Virginia Living magazine:
Jun 28, 2014 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Explore the significant role that women’s groups played in Hollywood Cemetery’s history from the Civil War to the present. Stops include gravesites of female residents who led independent lives as educators, authors, preservationists, suffragists, humanitarians or as the power behind the scenes of famous men. Meet at the cemetery entrance at Cherry and Albemarle streets.
$15 per person
$5 for History Center Members and children under 12
Walk-ups welcome.
Cash or check, or purchase online at richmondhistorytours.com.
