On Thursday, April 11 at 7:00 pm in the Simoni Room of Morrill Memorial Library, Patricia Fanning will present an illustrated talk about the gravestone carvers whose work is represented in Norwood’s Old Parish Cemetery, established in 1741. The talk is sponsored by the Old Parish Preservation Volunteers (OPPV), a charitable organization whose goal is to preserve and raise awareness of this unique cultural and historic resource.

During the 18th and 19th centuries, gravestones were individually carved by skilled artisans who worked in slate and marble to create fitting memorials to the community’s dead. Today their efforts are identified through probate records, signatures, and even distinctive decorative styles.

This presentation will focus on several local artists whose craftsmanship can be viewed at Old Parish Cemetery, including those recently uncovered by Old Parish Preservation Volunteers during this past year’s work days. This talk is the group’s opening event for the 2019 season. OPPV will be scheduling several Saturday morning work sessions this spring and fall and volunteers of all ages are welcome to help. The cemetery is also open to the public during work sessions. Learn more at the OPPV’s website: www.oldparishpreservationvolunteers.com

To sign up, please fill out the form below, give us a call at 781-769-0200 x110, or visit the library's Reference or Information desk.