🗓️ Newcastle Historic Cemetery Open House
đź“… Monday, May 26, 2025
🕙 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Drop in anytime!)
đź“Ť 7811 129th Ave. SE, Newcastle, WA
Hosted by the Newcastle Historical Society, this special Open House invites you to explore one of Newcastle’s hidden treasures — the Historic Newcastle Cemetery. Tucked into a forested hillside overlooking Lake Boren, the cemetery is usually closed to protect it from vandalism, but it opens for this one-day event on Memorial Day.
Covering just over two acres, the cemetery has served as the final resting place for coal miners and their families since the 1870s. It’s a rare, tangible connection to the diverse nationalities who shaped Newcastle’s coal-mining history.
What to expect:
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Peaceful, self-guided walks through the site
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Stories about those buried here and the cemetery’s cultural significance
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A chance to learn more about Newcastle’s rich past
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with local history in a truly meaningful setting. All are welcome!