One of the first rural cemeteries established in the United States, the historic Albany Rural Cemetery was founded in 1841, at a time when the United States contained just 26 states.  Today, Albany Rural is comprised of 467 acres and contains more than 130,000 interments.

In this presentation, speaker Mark Bodnar will give a brief history of Albany Rural, then take you on a pictorial journey and virtual tour, of the many of the interesting biographies of the men and women who were influential in the progression of the War of the Rebellion, who are buried in Albany Rural, including the cemetery’s most famous permanent resident, President Chester A. Arthur.

Please feel free to stroll around the grounds after the presentation. This program is held in partnership with Albany Rural Cemetery.