“Worthy to be Any Man’s Friend”: Lecture on Henry David Thoreau
Mount Auburn Cemetery, 580 Mount Auburn Street, Cambridge, MA
Join historian Richard Smith for a lecture in Story Chapel on Henry David Thoreau and notable figures in Mount Auburn. Henry David Thoreau was one of the most important and influential writers of the 19th Century. And while he isn’t buried in Mount Auburn Cemetery, he was well acquainted with many of the literary and political figures who are. Join Concord historian Richard Smith for a presentation about Henry Thoreau and some of his famous friends. The “Hermit of Walden Pond” wasn’t such a hermit after all. Longfellow, Charles Sumner and Margaret Fuller are just some of the notable figures who are buried here that Thoreau knew and associated with. And he even liked some of them! Following the lecture, Richard will lead a walk to see some of the monuments of notable figures. REGISTER HERE>> Experience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn . Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council . For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation, or if you…