Cemeteries as Community Hubs

Friends of Lansing Historic Cemeteries revived a forgotten tradition with a lively picnic at Mount Hope Cemetery’s Fratcher Memorial Garden—once known as “The Basin,” where horse-drawn carriages once gathered for Sunday socializing. Led by president Loretta Stanaway, the group emphasized cemeteries as foundational community spaces, preserving the stories of those who built the city. They’re not just celebrating—they’re taking action, launching a “Cleaning Boys Training School” on July 26th to restore and protect these historic grounds, honoring the past while ensuring its legacy endures. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e7a5948cbb80fd31