Shadows and Stones Tour

Explore New Hampshire's oldest graveyard, dating from the late 1600's, with New England Curiosities. We will guide you through the shadows of the past to hear tales of tragic deaths, legends, lost souls, and mysterious happenings. This tour also highlights the transitions in burial and cemetery customs and traditions from Colonial times through the 19th century.

What stories have been buried with Portsmouth's notable citizens? Learn about superstitious gravestone symbolism and view some of the most amazing 17th and 18th Century gravestones in Northern New England.

View handcarved skulls and crossbones, winged skulls, the hourglass that ran out nearly 300 years ago, and cherubs - some angelic and others startling. We will also tell amazing tales from other nearby graveyards in Portsmouth. Decide for yourself if this is a peaceful resting place or a place where some spirits don't rest quietly.

Our spirited tour is about one hour long. Make sure to bring your camera along and dress for the outdoor weather! Meeting at the Point of Graves cemetery on Mechanic Street, adjacent to Prescott Park off of Marcy Street along the Portsmouth waterfront. Bring your camera, video camera and flashlight for our rare night time excursions into the graveyard.

Check out our cemetery video shoot with the Gossip Lady from the Portsmouth Herald!

October 2011 Dates:

Saturday, October 22nd at 9:00 pm - FEW SPACES left, Saturday, October 29th at 9:00 pm - Booking up quickly

This tour is popular for private groups and schools. If you are interested in booking this tour on a date and time of your choosing please contact us.

$10.00 for Adults, $8.00 for children under 12.

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