Hog Hill Cemetery History Walk

The Chatham Historical Society will host a walking tour of the Hog Hill Cemetery on Sunday, October 6 at 10 am as part of its “Explore East Hampton” monthly series of walks. The East Hampton Parks and Recreation will sponsor the event. Come for a walk back in time and learn about the people who lived in the area and their many achievements.

The walk will be led by Kevin J. Tulimieri who is a historian and researcher at Nathan Liverant and Son Antiques in Colchester, CT.  Kevin has published numerous articles on the subject of American antiques of the 18th century as well as his research on Venture Smith's unique 1805 gravestone and its carver, John Isham of East Haddam. The Hog Hill Cemetery was established in 1741 and the tour will include many Middle Haddam families. Tulimieri and members of the Chatham Historical Society will share many stories about the people who "reside" there.

The Walking Tour offers a wonderful and unique opportunity for new residents to learn about the history of East Hampton and for life-long residents to share their recollections and stories with others. Adults and children are welcome to join in what promises to be an afternoon of making local history come alive.

Directions: From the Stop & Shop in East Hampton: drive West on Rt. 66 to the intersection of Rt. 16. Turn left on Rt. 16 and go East. Take the first road on the right, Hog Hill. Travel 2.2 mi to cemetery on right. There is no parking by the cemetery. Proceed down Hog Hill around two sharp curves and park at Mim Scranton’s home at 277 Hog Hill Rd.

The tour will take approximately 1 hour. Heavy rain will cancel the walk.