The Nevada Cemetery District is pleased to invite the public to attend the restoration of some monuments in the historic North San Juan Cemetery that were damaged by storms in recent years. The restoration will be conducted as part of the 48th State Tour, an organization which moves around the country restoring cemeteries. The Nevada Cemetery District is delighted that one of its cemeteries was selected this year.
In addition to restoration work, there will be a workshop on restoration techniques. More information can be found at https://48statetour.com/
The event will be held on June 29, 2024, from 9 am to 3 pm. The cemetery is located at 27994 Cemetery Alley in North San Juan. The main entrance is at the intersection of School St. and Highway 49. Free parking is available across the street at the Community Center.
Visitors should keep in mind that the Cemetery has a slight slope, sandals are not recommended, and clothing may get dirty.
Created by the voters in 1942, the Nevada Cemetery District operates 27 public cemeteries in western Nevada County, including many historic cemeteries such as the North San Juan Cemetery. Its mission is to provide distinctive places of interment for residents of Nevada County; to expand and preserve the cemeteries in western Nevada County; to maintain the historic significance and character of the cemeteries; and to ensure that a physical connection to the past is available for all citizens to experience, enjoy and reflect upon. More information can be found at https://www.nevadacemeterydistrict.com/
The District office is located at 10523 Willow Valley Road in Nevada City, California 95959. The office phone number is 530-265-3461.