An Old Burial Hill Cemetery: An Audio Tour

An Old Burial Hill Cemetery: An Audio Tour

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1h 15m
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Overview

Marblehead’s Old Burial Hill Cemetery is one of New England’s oldest and most atmospheric burial grounds. It’s also more than a simple graveyard. On this self-guided audio tour, you’ll learn how to decode this cultural archive, where you’ll find headstone motifs with everything from Puritan death symbols to Roman-inspired willows and urns, reflecting changing religious attitudes over the years. Starting at the historical Redd’s Pond, you’ll learn about Wilmot ”Mammy” Redd, the only Marblehead resident executed during the 1692 Salem witch trials. From there, you’ll climb terraced pathways to see panoramic views of Marblehead Harbour and its iconic lighthouse. You’ll also hear about moments in American history that shaped this coastal community, including maritime disasters and the Revolutionary War.

Activity location

Redd's Pond
- 01945, Marblehead, Massachusetts, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

Redd's Pond
- 01945, Marblehead, Massachusetts, United States

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An Old Burial Hill Cemetery: An Audio Tour in English

1h 15m
Opening hours: Wed 00:00-23:59
English

Travellers

Language options: English

Price details

€5.12 x 1 Adult€5.12

Total

What's included, what's not

Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
App for Android and iOS
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smartphone and headphones
Transport
Food and drink
Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour

Know before you book

Service animals allowed
Public transport options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Redd's Pond (Pass by)

Stroll along the edge of this peaceful freshwater pond at the foot of Old Burial Hill. This is where the tour begins, and where the storey of Wilmot "Mammy" Redd, the only Marblehead resident executed during the 1692 Salem witch trials, first comes to life.

Old Burial Hill (Pass by)

Explore one of New England's oldest and most atmospheric burial grounds, perched high above Marblehead Harbour. Wander the terraced pathways to discover headstone motifs ranging from Puritan death symbols to Roman-inspired willows and urns, reflecting centuries of shifting religious thought.

Redds Pond Boatworks (Pass by)

Pass this working waterfront landmark as you make your way up towards the cemetery. It speaks to Marblehead's deep maritime roots and the fishing culture that once defined this tight-knit coastal community.

Gas House Beach (Pass by)

Enjoy sweeping views of Marblehead Harbour and its iconic lighthouse from this scenic coastal spot. The panorama here captures the seafaring character that has shaped the town for four centuries.

Black Joe's Pond (Pass by)

Walk past this quietly historic pond tucked into the town's landscape. The area carries echoes of Marblehead's complex social history, including the lives of freed and enslaved Black residents who called this community home.

The Landing Restaurant (Pass by)

Stroll past this harbourside landmark, a long-standing fixture of Marblehead's waterfront. It sits at the heart of a town that evolved from a rough fishing village into one of New England's most carefully preserved historic communities.

Driftwood Restaurant (Pass by)

Pass this beloved local institution, a classic diner that has served Marblehead residents for generations. It reflects the unpretentious, fiercely independent spirit the town has held onto since the 1600s.

Gerry No. 5 Veteran Fireman's Association, Inc. (Pass by)

Marvel at this historic firehouse, a reminder of the civic pride that runs through Marblehead's long community history. Buildings like this one tell the storey of a town that has always looked after its own.

The Muffin Shop (Pass by)

Walk by this neighbourhood staple tucked into Marblehead's charming historic streetscape. Small independent businesses like this have kept the town's character intact across the centuries.

Barnacle Restaurant Inc (Pass by)

Enjoy the view from this waterfront spot, overlooking the harbour that made Marblehead famous. Maritime disasters and Revolutionary War history feel close here, where the sea has always been central to daily life.

F L Woods Nautical Merchants (Pass by)

Pass this nautical outfitter, a fitting landmark in a town shaped entirely by the sea. It nods to the generations of sailors, fishermen, and privateers whose stories run throughout this tour.

Marblehead Trading co (Pass by)

Stroll past this local shop along the historic town centre, where four centuries of community life have left their mark on every corner. It sits within walking distance of filming locations used in Disney's beloved Hocus Pocus.

Location

Activity location

Redd's Pond
- 01945, Marblehead, Massachusetts, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

Redd's Pond
- 01945, Marblehead, Massachusetts, United States

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