Register now for Saturday’s Cemetery Workshop at Friendship Chapel’s “Old Cemetery”

The Wake Forest Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) will host a Cemetery Workshop this Saturday, March 16, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Friendship Chapel Baptist Church “Old Cemetery,” located along South Franklin Street in Holding Village.

Due to limited seating, registration is required by contacting Senior Planner for Historic Preservation Michelle Michael at 919-435-9516 or [email protected].

The Historic Preservation Commission and Town of Wake Forest received a Historic Preservation Fund Grant to host a series of Historic Preservation workshops. Saturday’s workshop is the first of 2024 and will focus on cemetery preservation, identification of cemeteries, cemetery maintenance and long-term care, removal of vegetation and litter, and maintaining fences and protective barriers.

This project has been financed in part with federal funds from the National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior and administered by the NC Historic Preservation Office. However, the contents and opinions do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the Department of the Interior (DOI).

The “Old Cemetery” is not an improved site and is not handicapped accessible. The Cemetery Workshop is not recommended for anyone who has difficulty walking or moving around.

Participants should dress appropriately for being outdoors by wearing protective clothing, sunscreen, insect repellent, hats, and appropriate close-toed shoes (no sandals or flip-flops). 

For more information, contact Michelle Michael at 919-435-9516 or [email protected].