Saturday's guided tour went ok, I think. I didn't do a head count but there were between 10 and 20 people who turned out despite the heat and I was thrilled to see there was such interest in the Reilly Cemetery. I do hope I didn't bore anyone silly! A lot of very good questions got asked, I hope I was able to give coherent answers and that everyone learned at least one new thing about the place.
The tour took over an hour (lots of people had questions) and so a few people had to head off before we were done and so I didn't get a chance to let them know that there is gathering interest in having an annual clean up day/meet with other descendents. It was a LOT of work clearing the cemetery out and it would be a lot easier to keep it cleaned up than to start all over again in 10+ years time. Many hands make light work and the more we can get to turn out the better. If you are interested in such an event and would like to be kept informed please send an email to me at reillycemeteryproject@gmail.com and I will add you to the list!
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