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SUMMARY:Cemetery History and Symbolism
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered about the history of cemeteries? About what all those symbols on gravestones mean and why they’re there? \nCemeteries are unsung historical heroes: They have served as green spaces\, as art musuems\, and as caches of genealogical information that might otherwise have been lost. Landscape architecture has its roots in cemeteries\, as do public parks. Rare species of plants have been found in cemeteries. Cemeteries reflect our history\, biases\, trends\, and preoccupations\, both in deep and trivial ways. \nGrave markers\, especially those from older cemeteries\, speak with their own language and symbolism\, which can lead to a richer understanding of the lives of the “residents” of historic cemeteries. \nJoin presenter Maya Bringe for this entertaining afternoon program about what to look for in cemeteries\, why they are still important\, and why you might want to be a taphophile (a person interested in cemeteries and gravestones)\, too! \nThe program is free to members\, with a $5 suggested donation for nonmembers. Refreshments will be served. Parking is available in the back of the building.
URL:https://bristolhistoricalsociety.org/event/cemetery-history-and-symbolism/
LOCATION:Bristol Historical Society\, 98 Summer Street\, Bristol\, CT\, 06011-1393\, United States
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SUMMARY:ENTER the BHS Mum Festival Photography Contest
DESCRIPTION:The Bristol Historical Society is excited to host a photo contest as part of the 2023 Mum Festival. Photos will be on display for your viewing pleasure at our museum at 98 Summer Street on Saturday from 10am to 2pm and Sunday from noon to 1pm. Photo judging will be done by a jury of local professional photographers. On Saturday you will also have the opportunity to vote for your favorite photo for our People’s Choice award. Awards will be presented Sunday at 12 noon.  \nPHOTO CONTEST ENTRY FORM \nRules:\n1) Entrant must have taken the photo(s).\n2) Print sizes between 4×6 and 8×10\, they must be matted but not framed\n3) Entrant self-selects category\n4) Entrant must write name and contact info on back.\n5) Photos to be dropped off at the Bristol Historical Society Museum Saturday 9/16 between 10am and 2pm\, Wednesday 9/20 between 10am and 2pm\, or by appointment. (Call Steve at 860-944-6567).\n6) Photos should be picked up Sunday 9/24 between 6pm and 8pm\, Wednesday 9/28 or Saturday 11/1 between 10am and 2pm.\n7) Color photos and black and white photos will be judged together.  \nDivisions and Categories: There are two divisions\, Youth (0 to 17) and Adult (18 and up).  \nThere are eight categories and all are related to Bristol: 1) Historic Bristol (new photos of old stuff) 2) Around Bristol (water and landscapes) 3) Bristol Celebrating (fairs\, festivals\, parades) 4) The People of Bristol (portraits and candid’s of individuals and groups) 5) Bristol in Motion (action\, sports\, people at play\, etc.) 6) Bristol’s Flora and Fauna (plants and animals in recognizable Bristol locations) 7) Bristol Business (people and equipment at work) 8) Miscellaneous Bristol (anything that does not fit in a category listed above) \nAwards and Prizes: In each division first and second place ribbons will be awarded in each category. Best in Show and People’s Choice will receive $25 gift cards from local businesses. \nContact info: For any questions\, please call or text Steve Vastola at 860-944-6567 or email him at Activities@BristolHistoricalSociety.org \nLast year’s grand prize winning photo by Joe Pinette is below – do you have this year’s winner? \n2022 BHS Mum Festival Photo Contest Winning Photo by Joe Pinette. \n  \n 
URL:https://bristolhistoricalsociety.org/event/enter-the-bhs-mum-festival-photography-contest/
LOCATION:Bristol Historical Society\, 98 Summer Street\, Bristol\, CT\, 06011-1393\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bristol/Forestville Recycled: Now and Then\, Part III
DESCRIPTION:Join Tom Dickau\, Bristol City Historian and member of the Bristol Historical Society\, as he presents the third in a series of programs titled Bristol/Forestville “Recycled”: Now and Then\, Thursday night September 21\, at BHS at 7:00. This program will begin with the foundations of religious institutions within our community. It will be followed by a discussion of the three first religions within our community that became the base for other religions that followed. \nHistoric information regarding each religion in Bristol will be described with an emphasis being placed on how the church buildings or land have been repurposed throughout the years. The role of immigration and how this movement influenced church development will be described. Part Three will encompass from 1742 to the 1880s. Part Four of this series will cover the 1880s to modern times. \nDoors open at 6:30. Seating is limited to the first hundred who enter. Admission is free for BHS members; a $5 donation is requested for non-members. Parking is available behind the building. Refreshments will be served.
URL:https://bristolhistoricalsociety.org/event/bristol-forestville-recycled-now-and-then-part-iii/
LOCATION:Bristol Historical Society\, 98 Summer Street\, Bristol\, CT\, 06011-1393\, United States
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SUMMARY:VIEW & VOTE for People's Choice Photo Award
DESCRIPTION:Photo judging of the 2023 BHS Mum Festival Photo Contest will be done by a jury of local professional photographers\, but on Saturday\, September 23rd YOU will also have the opportunity to vote for your favorite photo for our People’s Choice award! \nAwards will be presented Sunday\, September 24th at 12 noon. 
URL:https://bristolhistoricalsociety.org/event/view-vote-for-peoples-choice-photo-award/
LOCATION:Bristol Historical Society\, 98 Summer Street\, Bristol\, CT\, 06011-1393\, United States
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SUMMARY:West Cemetery Lantern Tour - 2023
DESCRIPTION:The rain has stopped and Saturday’s Tour will go on as scheduled! \nThe West Cemetery Lantern Tour is returning on Saturday\, September 30 and Sunday\, October 1. The event is sponsored by the Bristol Cemetery Commission and the Bristol Historical Society. For those who have not attended in previous years\, during this evening guided walk through West Cemetery\, you will be introduced to some notable cemetery “residents” who will share some of their history with attendees. This is an engaging way to spend an evening and learn a little Bristol history. \nPlease note that while this tour is not intended to be a frightening or upsetting one\, two characters have met untimely ends\, and this tour will contain themes related to death by suicide. \nTours will step off at 6:00pm\, 6:20pm\, 6:40pm\, 7:00pm\, 7:20pm\, 7:40pm\, and 8:00pm. The first tour is intended for those who prefer a daylight option. If there is significant interest\, an additional daylight slot may be added. \nThe rain date for both days is October 1. Suggested donation is $10. \nReservations are required and can be made online via Sign Up Genius: \nhttps://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0C4AA9AA2DA7F58-lantern1 \nor by emailing president@bristolhistoricalsociety.org
URL:https://bristolhistoricalsociety.org/event/west-cemetery-lantern-tour-2023-2/
LOCATION:West Cemetery\, 49 Pound Street\, Bristol\, CT\, 06010\, United States
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