Historic Gardner Cemetery Walk
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Gardner's history comes alive during the Annual Historic Gardner Cemetery Walk. Visit the graves of some of Gardner's founders, and listen to reenactors tell of what life was like during Gardner's early years. 7:00, 7:30 & 8:00.
Historic Gardner Cemetery Walk
Phone : 913-856-4447 (Always call and confirm events.)
Email Address : gardnerhistoricalmuseum@juno.com
Web Address : http://www.gardnerhistoricalmuseum.com/
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