Grave Tales

Fri Oct 03 2025 at 05:00 pm to 07:00 pm UTC-05:00

605 S Prairie Ave, Waukesha, WI 53186, USA | Waukesha

Waukesha County Historical Society & Museum
Publisher/HostWaukesha County Historical Society & Museum
Grave Tales
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The museum is planning a wonderful "Hallo-weekend!"
Presented by the Waukesha County Historical Society & Museum, in partnership with Prairie Home Cemetery.
Join us on Friday, October 3rd, for a guided tour of the cemetery where you will be visited by several historical spirits. The tours will run about 1 hour as visitors walk from grave to grave to hear unique perspectives on Waukesha's history.
Tours begin at 5 PM and run every half hour. There are only 30 slots per timed session, so book quickly!
Accessibility: Visitors will be walking/standing on both paved roads and uneven grass. A restroom will be available before or after the tour.
TICKET PRICING (purchase online, via phone, or walk in).
$25 NON-MEMBERS
$20 MEMBERS
$15 STUDENTS
FREE CHILDREN UNDER 5
To receive the member discount on this and other museum, becoming a WCHSM Member today.
NOTE: ONE FREE ADMISSION to Night at the Museum, October 4th, with purchase of a Grave Tales ticket.
Please arrive 5-10 minutes early and bring: comfortable walking shoes, appropriate rain/winter gear, and/or a flashlight. Park along Prairie Avenue and walk into the cemetery; the tour will start by the chapel.
Cancellation Policy:
Tickets must be canceled 24 hours in advance. Refunds cannot be issued with less than 24-hour notice.
WCHSM reserves the right to cancel the program due to severe weather. Mild inclement weather will not result in a program cancellation.
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