Book sale and community day at Woodlawn Cemetery

Woodlawn Cemetery is gearing up to host Pages of the Past, a book sale and community day that promises to be a memorable event for history and literature enthusiasts alike.

Event Details:
Date: Sunday, April 6
Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Woolworth Chapel, Woodlawn Cemetery (Entrance via Jerome Avenue)
Admission: Free and open to the public

Attendees will have the opportunity to browse a diverse collection of gently used books covering topics such as biographies of notable individuals interred at Woodlawn, New York history, American cemeteries, jazz, vaudeville and early Broadway, and the grandeur of the Gilded Age.

In addition to the book sale, visitors can participate in a free guided tour of the impressive Harbeck mausoleum. Standing at 90 feet, it is the tallest mausoleum within Woodlawn Cemetery and showcases remarkable architectural details, including stained-glass windows by Tiffany Studios and a stunning mosaic dome ceiling crafted by the Guastavino Company. The Woodlawn Conservancy is actively fundraising for the restoration of this historical structure.

With on-site parking available, attending this special event is both convenient and worthwhile. Pages of the Past offers a unique chance to celebrate literature, history, and the enduring legacy of Woodlawn Cemetery. Learn more.

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