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Cemetery Symbolism

Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park

1651 W. Elk Avenue, Elizabethton, TN 37643 (opens in new tab)
Thu, Aug 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM to Thu, Aug 27, 2026 at 8:30 PM
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Have you ever wondered about the meaning behind the artwork and symbols on old gravestones? Join Museum Curator Chad Bogart and spend an evening in the burial ground at the historic Carter Mansion. Learn how to translate the language of cemetery symbolism and how these images tell the stories of the deceased. Program will begin at the Carter Mansion Visitor Center and proceed to the cemetery.

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Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park, encompassing 75.78 acres, invites you to step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich history of Tennessee. More than just a pretty landscape, this park is where pivotal events unfolded that shaped the state and the nation. From exploring a reconstructed fort to wandering through historic homes, Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park offers a unique blend of outdoor beauty and historical significance that you won’t soon forget.

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