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The Matthews Opera House is excited to announce the return of the Rose Hill Cemetery Walk. Amidst the stunning hilltop views of Spearfish, Matthews performers will set the stage outdoors at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Spearfish on June 24 and June 25 at 6:30 pm.  Actors dressed in period appropriate costumes will resurrect early settlers graveside, presenting their personal stories of antics and heroics. Audiences will be entertained by several characters known as “76ers,” persons who came to the Black Hills during the gold rush, one of which who unknowingly shared his campfire beans and flapjacks with the legendary Calamity Jane. Patrons will also learn about the first person buried at Rose Hill Cemetery, meet the retiring blacksmith that became the first Spearfish postmaster, and listen to “Samson of the Black Hills” tell of his Herculean efforts to complete the large stone barn still standing on Red Water Road. These characters and more will delight both adults and children.

Participants should plan to arrive at the cemetery 30 minutes early to allow for parking and walking to the gathering area. Attendants will be available at the gate of the cemetery to assist with directions and parking.  From the parking area, the public will be directed along paved walkways to appropriate gravesites for these presentations of historic interest. This is a free community event, however, donations benefiting the Matthews Opera House are appreciated.

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The Matthews Opera House & Arts Center is a 501c3 non-profit organization located at 612 N. Main Street in Spearfish, South Dakota.  To learn more about The Matthews either contact by phone, 605.642.7973 or their website at www.MatthewsOpera.com.