Plymouth’s rich history will come to life this October as the Plymouth Historical Museum presents its annual Cemetery Walk, offering a unique opportunity to connect with the city’s past through the stories of its former residents. This educational experience promises to blend local history with theatrical storytelling in the atmospheric setting of Riverside Cemetery, creating a memorable autumn evening for history enthusiasts and curious visitors alike.
Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 11, 2025, as the Plymouth Ghosts Cemetery Walk returns to Riverside Cemetery. Located at 660 Plymouth Road in Plymouth, this popular event runs from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm, giving visitors multiple opportunities to participate throughout the evening. Tickets are priced at $20 per person, with a special group rate of $15 per person available for parties of eight or more. To take advantage of the group discount, advance reservations must be made directly with the museum by calling 734-455-8940 extension 0.
The Plymouth Historical Museum has designed this event to be accessible to history lovers of all ages. Whether you’re a longtime Plymouth resident curious about your community’s past or a visitor looking for a unique autumn activity, the Cemetery Walk provides a fascinating glimpse into local history through personal stories. Reservations are recommended as the event has grown in popularity each year, with some time slots filling up quickly as the date approaches.
- Meet the spirits of Plymouth’s past in this unique and educational walk. Source: allevents.in
Event Experience
The Cemetery Walk offers a distinctive educational experience where costumed interpreters portray the “ghosts” of Plymouth’s past residents, sharing their life stories in the first person. This year’s walk features an entirely new lineup of historical figures, as the museum never repeats characters from previous events. Each portrayal is carefully researched to provide accurate historical information about Plymouth’s development and the people who shaped it. The museum staff emphasizes that this is an educational rather than frightening experience, with great care taken to respect the cemetery and those interred there.
As twilight falls over Riverside Cemetery, visitors will be guided along a predetermined route to meet various historical figures stationed throughout the grounds. Each character will share their personal story, offering insights into different eras of Plymouth’s development – from early pioneers to prominent business leaders, from ordinary citizens to those who made extraordinary contributions to the community. The experience creates a powerful connection between present and past, helping visitors understand how previous generations shaped the Plymouth we know today.
Practical Information
Participants should plan for approximately one hour to complete the Cemetery Walk, which traverses uneven terrain throughout Riverside Cemetery. Comfortable walking shoes are strongly recommended, as are weather-appropriate clothing and accessories. Since the event proceeds rain or shine, visitors should bring umbrellas if rain is in the forecast. For those attending during the later time slots (closer to 8:00 pm), flashlights are essential as lighting within the cemetery is limited after sunset. The museum staff takes precautions to ensure safety, including marking paths with cones that should not be crossed.
Parking is available within the cemetery on roadways not closed to traffic, as well as in the Massey Field Parking Lot adjacent to the grounds. Visitors are asked to respect the orange cones that mark restricted areas, as these are in place to protect guests, actors, and cemetery property. For any additional questions about the event, contact the Plymouth Historical Museum at 734-455-8940 extension 0 or email the secretary through the museum’s website. The 2025 Cemetery Walk is generously sponsored by Schrader-Howell Funeral Home, continuing their tradition of supporting this community-focused historical program.
