Coming in 2012: 25th Annual Cemetery Walk at Bluff City Cemetery
An autumn tradition in the Fox Valley, the Society presents the Elgin Cemetery Walk on the fourth Sunday in September. Visitors to scenic Bluff City Cemetery are guided to gravesites of "former" residents, portrayed by actors in period costumes, who share something of their lives and times. Among them may be a founding pioneer or early doctor, a war hero or crafty politician, a teacher or banker. The cast changes each year. These vignettes provide a glimpse of Elgin's rich heritage through the lives of its citizens. 360 people attended the 2011 walk on Sept 25, 2011, and our 25th anniversary walk in 2012 promises to be even bigger!
Sponsorship
Businesses, organizations, and individuals are encouraged to sponsor the 2012 Walk. Sponsorship offers a unique opportunity to advertise your business while helping to fund this unique and educational event. The following sponsorship packages are available. Contact the Museum at 847-742-4248 for information on sponsoring next year's Walk.
Benefactor $350
-Full page ad in the Guide Booklet
-Recognition at the event and on our website
-15 complimentary tickets to the Walk
-2 tickets to Recognition Dinner at the Museum
-4 Guest Passes to the Museum
Sponsor $250
-Half page ad in the Guide Booklet
-Recognition at the event and on our website
-10 complimentary tickets to the Walk
-2 Guest Passes to the Museum
Donor $100
-Quarter page ad in the Guide Booklet
-Recognition at the event and on our website
-5 complimentary tickets to the Walk
Contributor $25
-Recognition at the event and on our website
-2 complimentary tickets to the Walk
Bluff City Cemetery is located at 945 Bluff City Boulevard, approximately 1/2 mile east of Liberty Street (Rt. 25). Bluff City Boulevard is 1 block south of U.S. 20 on Elgin's east side. This beautiful and historic cemetery is the final resting place of many prominent Elginites.