Monday, May 27

Memorial Day Oak Hill Cemetery Walking Tour

Historian Scott D. McGinnis will lead a walking tour of Oak Hill Cemetery—Excelsior’s burial ground since the 1850s.

By Lake Minnetonka Historical Society

Date and time

Monday, May 27 · 12 - 1pm CDT

Location

Oak Hill Cemetery

Excelsior Boulevard Excelsior, MN 55331

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event

Tour begins following the Excelsior Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony at Oak Hill, just east of 810 Excelsior Blvd., Excelsior .

Join historian Scott D. McGinnis at the top of Oak Hill as he leads a walking tour of historic Oak Hill Cemetery—Excelsior’s burial ground since the 1850’s. Scott will highlight the lives and deaths of the area’s settlers and citizens and will answer questions about those buried here.

$5 suggested contribution appreciated.

This tour includes standing and walking over steep uneven terrain. See FAQ below for important parking information and other important details.

[ Image: Oak Hill Cemetery Memorial Day Ceremony, ca 1938. From LMHS Collection.]

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Oak Hill Cemetery?

Parking is very limited. Some parking is available at the bottom of Oak Hill. Many people park in Excelsior or elsewhere and then follow the Memorial Day Parade down Water Street to Oak Hill Cemetery.

Is this tour appropriate for someone with limited mobility?

The tour begins at the top of Oak Hill which is a very steep climb. Terrain is uneven and the grass may be slippery. It is not possible to drive to the top and park as the roadway is extremely narrow and can only accomodate one vehicle at a time.

What happens if it rains?

For the safety of participants the tour will be canceled if conditions are wet and those registered will be notified via email if it is necessary to cancel the tour. Weather related updates will also be posted at LakeMinnetonkaHistory.org and www.facebook.com if necessary

Are optional contributions refundable?

They are considered optional contributions and very much appreciated but not refundable.

Organized by

Lake Minnetonka Historical Society

The Lake Minnetonka Historical Society tells the story of Lake Minnetonka by collecting, preserving and sharing its history.