Headstone Cleaning Workshop
Friday, October 30, 2026 · 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM CDT
Calvary Cemetery, 2506 65th Street, Galveston, TX, 77550, United States · Countryside, IL
About this event
Cemetery Preservation Workshop at. Calvary Catholic Cemetery Learn the fundamentals of proper cemetery preservation during this hands-on workshop at Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Set against a historic Nicholas Clayton-designed family vault, the class will offer a practical introduction to caring for and maintaining headstones, monuments, and other historic masonry. Led by #GalvestonHistory staff, participants will learn the dos and don’ts of cleaning, when and how to use limewash, and how to identify common drainage issues that can affect historic stonework. While the techniques are especially useful for cemetery preservation, many of the same principles can also be applied to historic masonry and maintenance projects at home. Please note: Calvary Cemetery is located on Galveston Island between 61st Street and 65th Street. The entrance is located on 65th Street.
Event details
- Date and time
- Friday, October 30, 2026 · 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM CDT
- Venue
- Calvary Cemetery, 2506 65th Street, Galveston, TX, 77550, United States · Countryside, IL
- Category
- Family
- Cost
- Cost not stated
- Age guidance
- Age guidance not specified
- Format
- In person
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
Accessibility
Wheelchair: Not stated
Assistive Listening: Not stated
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