Talking Tombstones

Fri May 08 2026 at 05:00 pm to 08:00 pm UTC-04:00

City Cemetery | Columbus

Bartholomew County Historical Society
Publisher/HostBartholomew County Historical Society
Talking Tombstones
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Explore City Cemetery on a self-guided walking tour and hear tales of Bartholomew County from actors portraying past residents.
About this Event

Talking Tombstones

Hosted by the Bartholomew County Historical Society in partnership with the Columbus Parks & Recreation Department. Join us for a fun evening at the City Cemetery on May 8, 2026 at 5:00 PM (Eastern Daylight Time). Hear all-new stories and discover the secrets of those who came before us. It’s a cool way to spend your evening with friends and learn some local history in a relaxed, informal setting. Don’t miss out on this unique experience!

Grin & Cluck food truck will be there so come hungry!

Tickets are available for purchase on Eventbrite, at the Bartholomew County Historical Society Museum, 524 Third Street, Columbus, IN, or at the gate of City Cemetery the night of May 9th. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 night of the event - 5 and under free. Children 16 and under require a chaperone.

Talking Tombstones is a fundraiser for the Bartholomew County Historical Society and Columbus Parks Foundation! Rain date is Thursday, May 14.

Please note that some speakers will be located off the path, and only reachable via uneven ground. This event is not ADA accessible.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

City Cemetery, 739 22nd Street, Columbus, United States

Tickets

USD 17.85

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