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TUESDAY, APRIL 5, 2011

2011 Events at Mountain View Cemetery

In 2011, Vancouver will celebrate its 125th year as a City and on July 9, Vancouver's only cemetery, Mountain View Cemetery, will also turn 125. This historic 106 acre green space is a final resting place for hundreds of Vancouver's early residents - many with interesting stories to explore. Take the opportunity to explore Mountain View Cemetery in 2011 through walking and cycling tours and Discovery Day which celebrates the 125th anniversary of the opening of the cemetery. Explore the history, people and events which have shaped Vancouver!

Celebrate Vancouver's history at Vancouver's first cemetery, Mountain View!TOURS [Depart Celebration Hall: Fraser Street at 39th Avenue (map)]
POLICEMEN AND WOMEN | May 11, 2011 | 6:30pm | $10 | Honour the sixteen Vancouver police officers which have lost their lives in the line of duty since 1886.
MILL MANAGERS & UNION ORGANIZERS | June 19, 2011 | 10:00am | $10 | Horne sections
ARCHIVISTS & PIANO SALESMEN | June 19, 2011 | 10:00am | $10 | Jones section
MURDERS IN EARLY VANCOUVER AND OTHER ACCIDENTAL DEATHS | August 21, 2011 | 10:00am | $10 | Old section
WHAT DOES THAT MEAN? | August 21, 2011 | 10:00am | $10 | Symbolism of headstones
MOUNTAIN VIEW CEMETERY BIKE TOUR | September 11, 2011 | 1:00pm | $10

DISCOVERY DAY
July 9, 2011 | Time: TBA | Celebration Hall: Fraser Street at 39th Avenue (map) | Free | Celebrate the 125th birthday of Vancouver's only cemetery. Go on a tour or a bike ride, explore the history, people and events that shaped the region, bring a picnic to enjoy the grounds or just stroll through the cemetery's sprawling 106 acres. | Website






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