Graphic Stories of Death at Riverside Cemetery
This tour explores the dangerous conditions that past Oshkosh citizens experienced through the graphic descriptions of their deaths found in 19th-century newspaper stories.
Content warning: This tour will include descriptions unsuitable for individuals under the age of 16 or who are sensitive to content around death and dying.
Tours last approximately 1 hour.
Advance tickets are required for admission. No cash or payment is accepted at the Cemetery.
Led by Emma Eisner from the Oshkosh Public Museum & in collaboration with the Oshkosh Parks Dept.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation for a full refund must be made two weeks prior to the reserved tour. Reservations canceled after that date will not be refunded. TicketLeap processing fees are non-refundable. In the event of illness, please contact us.
Weather Policy: Tours are not canceled for rain. Tours canceled for severe weather will be rescheduled. To find out if tours are canceled check the Museum Facebook page @OshkoshPublicMuseum or the Riverside Cemetery Facebook page @RiversideCemeteryOshkosh
Accessibility Notice: Please note that Riverside Cemetery tours may involve traversing uneven, grassy ground as well as some paved surfaces. An accessible restroom is available. For more information, contact us at 920.236.5092
Parking: Tours meet and begin near the Chapel. Parking is available within the Cemetery. Please park carefully!
