Join us as we celebrate the 140th Anniversary of the burial of Matilda Stanley
Activities and Attractions:
- Gypsy-like menu of food entrees
- Musical entertainment by the band Tiempo Perdido
- Fortune Tellers and Tarot Card Readers
- A historic candlelight walk tracing the original steps of the burial procession for Matilda Stanley
- Laying of wreaths and flowers for the Gypsy Queen at her grave site
- The singing of one of the original hymns from her graveside service
- Re-blessing of the grounds and prayers for the Stanley Family members buried at Woodland
Your support of this event will assist in the fundraising efforts to repair and restore the Stanley Family monument located in Section 102. Current conditions of the monument will lead to the dismantling of the structure out of safety concerns for visitors. It is our hope that we can do the repairs to the monument while it is still standing and in place without the removal from the gravesite.
Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event. Please contact Angie Hoschouer, Manager of Development and Marketing at 937-228-3221 ext. 111 or [email protected].
If you cannot attend this event but would like to help save the Stanley Monument, please consider making a donation to the Woodland Arboretum Foundation. Click on the Donate button and choose the option right for you. We thank you in advance for your support.