Once again, two great historians in Freehold Borough are offering an incredible opportunity to learn more about some earlier boro residents who have put Freehold on the map, not only for being the scene for war and starting the country but up to modern times and connections to Bruce of Bruce of God Bless the USA fame.
Former Mayor Nolan Higgins and borough historian Kevin Cohen are inviting all to join them on a tour of Maplewood Cemetery on Sunday., Nov. 6, at 1 p.m.
The duo are going to walk grave to grave, telling some of the stories about the incredibly varied personalities of the men and women buried there.
The historians are quick to point out that while the old buildings and magnificent architecture which are so much a part of the town are vital to history, it’s really the lives of the people who lived there that tell the more fascinating stories.
Some of the graves the group will visit are those of a Revolutionary war soldier, as well as Civil War heroes…there is a Medal of Honor recipient buried here…as well as the manager of Springsteen’s first band. There are also a couple of governors in Maplewood, as well as some people for whom different streets in town are named.
The cemetery is at 169 Main St., just past its intersection with Route 9.
No need to reserve, just meet on the same side of the road that Freehold Raceway Mall is on, the north side. There are two driveways into the older section of the cemetery, so pull into either of the driveways and park there. The group will meet between the driveways
