Cemetery Arts and Symbolism Self Guided Tour

Located at the Hughenden Cemetery, Richmond Hill Drive. Take this self guided tour (available from the Flinders Discovery Centre) around the Hughenden Cemetery which has history dating back to 1886.

This self guided tour of the Hughenden Cemetery is a must for those with an interest in history and explains some of the symbols featured on the headstones and the meanings they represent. With history dating back to 1886, the Cemetery has a large number of elaborate headstones. These were carefully chosen by loved ones and skilfully carved by stone masons, telling many stories through symbolism. Whilst visiting the cemetery, take some time to view some of the recently restored graves by a group of local volunteers.