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The Castle will host a “coming alive” cemetery tour at the Oak Grove Cemetery at 10 a.m. Aug, 30 at Eighth and Wooster streets in Marietta.

“We’re thrilled to present this year’s Coming Alive Cemetery Tour at Oak Grove Cemetery,” said Kyle Yoho, Education Director of The Castle. “This year’s program features six compelling historical figures who have never before been portrayed in this event. Visitors will have the unique opportunity to interact with our talented interpreters as they bring these individuals to life – sharing their personal stories, daily lives, and in some cases, demonstrating their skills and trades.”

Step into the past as Oak Grove Cemetery’s “residents” return for one morning only in the living history tour. Through costumed interpreters stationed throughout the grounds, real individuals buried in Oak Grove will share their stories – tales of resilience, tragedy, accomplishment, and surprising connections that shaped Marietta and its community.

Each stop along the tour reveals a new voice from the past–brought to life by performers who embody the people they portray. Visitors will leave with a deeper appreciation for Marietta’s local history and the remarkable lives that helped shape it, organizers said.

“I can’t wait to share the life story of little-known Marietta founder and Revolutionary War General James Varnum”, said Scott Britton. “From his recruitment and leadership of the first racially integrated (White, Black, and Native American) regiment, to his time as a lawyer and Continental Congressman, his incredible story is one that will not soon be forgotten!”

“I’m excited to portray Jacob Pfaff, a prominent baker and one of Marietta’s many hardworking German immigrants of the mid-1800s,” said Yoho. “Pfaff’s story is one of determination and community impact–from selling bread door-to-door to establishing a well-known bakery and lunch counter on Putnam Street. It’s a delight to share the legacy of someone who helped shape Marietta’s economic and cultural landscape.”

Tickets are $14.50 each and are available at https://www.mariettacastle.org/events740-373-4180.

The Castle, built in 1855, offers a wide array of tours, educational opportunities, and programs.

Tours are available starting in April and many history-related events throughout the year.

Offerings include: local historical mock trials, food history, archaeology, summer camps, school and scout education, cemetery tours, teas and luncheons, wedding and facility rental, and much more.