Walking Melbourne General Cemetery

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Discover the history of the Melbourne General Cemetery with Jeff Atkinson, current president of the Carlton Community History Group.

Melbourne General Cemetery, North Gate Entrance

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On this walk you will learn about the history of the Melbourne General Cemetery, the oldest and most historic of our existing cemeteries. For the last century and a half, it has been the final resting place of Melbourne’s famous and infamous. Apart from its history, you will also learn about some of the interesting or notorious characters who are buried there.Bookings required. Meeting point: Northern gate of the Melbourne General Cemetery in Macpherson Street, Princes Hill. If you have accessibility questions or requirements, please contact us at yarralibraries@yarracity.vic.gov.au or on 1300 695 427.

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