THE FOREST HILL HISTORICAL TOUR
Wander the quiet, winding paths of Madison’s oldest surviving cemetery and uncover the hidden stories etched into stone and shadow. This immersive walk reveals the secrets, ambitions, and forgotten legacies of the figures who shaped the city, along with the symbols and monuments that guard their final resting places. From whispered histories to overlooked details hiding in plain sight, this tour invites you to look closer — and discover that not everything in Forest Hill is truly at rest.
Walk through Madison’s oldest surviving cemetery and uncover the lives behind the names that shaped the city. From influential leaders to lesser-told stories, this tour brings forgotten figures and their remarkable legacies into the light
Unusual funerary art and impressive monuments stand sentinel over these grounds. Each marble and granite creation holds meaning — and secrets — just waiting to be noticed by those who look closely.
Along winding paths and under quiet trees, you’ll encounter tales of ambition, legacy, and the unexpected twists of history. What began as a resting place becomes a vivid journey through the stories etched in every stone.
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2 hr
35 US dollars
IMPORTANT TOUR INFORMATION
Booking & Weather:
All tours are nonrefundable. Please confirm your date and time before booking. If we cancel, a full refund will be issued. Tours run rain or shine unless hazardous weather occurs. Guests will be notified approximately one hour before departure if conditions change.
Meeting Location & Arrival:
Meet at the Forest Hill Cemetery Main Entrance (ceremony entrance off Lake St). Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in.
Parking:
There is limited parking available behind the Mausoleum. You’ll see it on your left after entering the cemetery, just past our meeting spot between the the Charnel House and Caitlin Chapel. If those spaces are full, please do not park elsewhere within the cemetery. Additional parking is available on the street near the entrance on Speedway Road. These are the only approved parking areas for our tours, so we kindly ask that you do not park in other areas of the cemetery.
Tour Details:
This tour lasts about two hours and covers approximately 2–3 miles of easy to moderate walking, including grass and potentially muddy areas.
Age & Safety:
Recommended for ages 18+. Guests under 18 must be with a parent or guardian. No guests under 16. Participants are responsible for their own safety.
All of our tours — including creatively customized experiences — are available for private hire, corporate events, and special occasions. Please contact us directly for details.