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Heritage Walk: Brooklyn Cemetery with Linda Davis

Experience the beauty and resilience of Athens’ Black community as you tour the historic African American Brooklyn Cemetery with Linda Elder Davis, co-founder of the Friends of Brooklyn Cemetery (FOBC). Formerly known as the Bethlehem Cemetery, the Brooklyn Cemetery was one of the first Black cemeteries in Athens, Georgia. Established in 1882, the cemetery served as a final resting place for many of the residents of the Brooklyn/Hawthorne area, located on the western side of Athens. Nature and time have laid claim to much of the cemetery, but efforts to restore and preserve have transformed the landscape. The restoration of the cemetery began in 2006. FOBC’s goal is to rebuild and commemorate not only the cemetery grounds but, more importantly, the individuals laid to rest there. This tour will last approximately 2 hours.

As a long-time resident, Linda has been deeply involved in various community initiatives. She serves as a board member for the Clarke County School District and is a founding member of the Friends of Brooklyn Cemetery, dedicated to the restoration and commemoration of one of Georgia's first African American cemeteries. Linda's commitment to community preservation and service has earned her the prestigious Phinizy Spalding Award.

Tickets can be purchased here. After you purchase your tickets, make sure to check your confirmation email for a link to the instructions page.

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