Greenfield Historical Society plans annual Ghost Walk
Greenfield Historical Society's annual Ghost Walk will be held Monday, Oct. 12 at 6 p.m.
The Old Burying Ground will come alive with the story of early residents of Greenfield.
The story of Robert and Sarah Douglas Adams will be told by Danny and Susan Long. Robert will share the story of his father, Halbert, who was killed in the Battle of Crooked Billet during the American Revolution. Mary will tell of her Douglas ancestors, who were notable residents of Greenfield and Madison Township.
Kim McGuire-Haines will portray Hannah Tuthill. She will tell about her life, including her husband, who was a bricklayer in Greenfield.
Druscilla Blackburn had a very interesting life. Her son was killed by a stray bullet from a Greenfield tavern, and a year later, Druscilla took part in the women’s march on the liquor establishments in town.
Later, her husband was tried for the death of a young woman in nearby Ross County. Druscilla’s granddaughter lived in the wilds of Minnesota and wrote about her experiences there. Druscilla will be portrayed by Teena Thornton.
Wes Haines will portray Levi Jennings, a potter in Greenfield. Jennings, as an older gentleman, had very unique opinions about signing a pledge against intemperance.
The story of Ezra Lucas and his family will be told by Terry Washburn. Lucas was a member of a long line of Lucases that began in Massachusetts in the early 1600s. One of Ezra’s ancestors was on George Washington’s staff during the American Revolution.
The walk this year will cover a large part of the burying ground. Visitors will be able to see the before and after photos of the work of volunteers cleaning the olds tombstones.
Cookies and punch will be served after the walk.
Come enjoy the autumn weather and learn about some of the early residents of Greenfield.