If you are interested in taking a walking tour on "Architecture, Architects and Builders" at Forest Hills, join Anthony M. Sammarco on Sunday May 2nd at 2:00 PM just inside the main gates.
Anthony Sammarco, author of 58 books on Boston history and a trustee of the Forest Hills Educational Trust, will lead you on a fascinating tour exploring the theme of architecture at Forest Hills. Some of the 19th century's preeminent architects – including William Preston, Gridley Fox Bryant, Emerson and Fehmer and Van Brunt and Howe designed buildings for the cemetery.
Included in gravesite visits are William Ralph Emerson, known as the "Father of Shingle Style Architecture," John Andrews Fox, known as the "Father of Stick Style Architecture," and Harrison H. Atwood, once the city architect in Boston. The Cemetery's Main Gate was designed by George Panther, the stone bridge at Milton Hill was designed by William Gibbons Preston, and 19th century buildings as well monuments and mausoleums for wealthy clients.
Meet at the Main Gate. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water; this is a 2-hour walk (with frequent stops) over varied terrain. Admission: $9
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