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Events coordinated by Friends of Mount Bethel Cemetery help fund the mission and maintenance of Mount Bethel Cemetery. If you’d like to register for an event or have some questions answered, email us at friendsofmtbethel@gmail.com or call our event line at 717.681.6768.

 

 

 

 

saturday, april 25, 2026 / 9 AM—5 PM, and again on sunday, april 26, 2026 / 2pm—4pm

mount bethel art adventure; SWITCHBOARD ARTISTS

number please?

artists from the switchboard studios & gallery will display a diverse selection of creative visual work. light refreshments will be available in the caretaker's cottage. visitors can also take part in a scavenger hunt on the cemetery grounds during the saturday hours. the exhibit and scavenger hunt are free.

SATURDAY, JUNE 20, 2026 / 10 AM—2 PM

The Last Ride & Macabre Creations

quiet respite on wheels

Held in conjunction with the 'Thunder on the River' Car Show, coordinated by the Columbia Lions Club, a display of hearses, flower cars, and more will be featured on the cemetery grounds along with vendors featuring macabre creations. a free event.

saturday, june 27, 2026 / 11 am—3 pm

columbia-wright's ferry 300: 'brick cemetery tour'

graveside tours

Activities designed in observance of the 300th anniversary of the founding of our town will be held on the grounds of Mount Bethel Cemetery. Tour the 'old brick cemetery' section of the cemetery to learn more about the founders and notable residents of our community. local historian, chris vera, will be on-hand in this back corner of mount bethel to share tidbits of knowledge and interesting stories. tours begin at 11 am and again at 3 pm. there is no charge for these tours.

SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2026 / 1 pm / $35

columbia-wright's ferry 300: tea with susanna wright'

sipping with sue

Activities designed in observance of the 300th anniversary of the founding of our town will be held on the grounds of Mount Bethel Cemetery. In addition to the tour of the old brick cemetery, the more highbrow may enjoy the ticketed 'tea with susanna wright,' a high tea event hosted by costumed portrayer, janet wood. tickets for the 1 pm tea may be purchased for $35 each prior to june 20 by visiting www.susqnha.org/events.
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friday, september 11, 2026 / 6–9 pm / $20

fete en Noir

dark evening

An outdoor picnic held on the grounds of Mount Bethel with live music. those in attendance are asked to dress in black, if possible.Bring your own picnic food and beverage; we will supply the table, table coverings, and chairs. Reservations are $20 per person if prepaid by August 31; after that, $25 per person. For tickets, call 717-681-6768 or email friendsofmtbethel@gmail.com. Please check before arriving to determine if day-of-seating is available. Admission is limited to the available seating.

SATURDAY, october 10, 2026 / 10 AM—3 PM

macabre market: 'six feet under'

dig deep

the grounds of mount bethel will host a variety of vendors who specialize in the macabre. look for offerings that range from vintage funereal items to current offerings that are on-theme with the function of a cemetery. this event is held in conjunction with the albatwitch festival.

saturday, december 19, 2026 / noon

wreaths across america

honor our vets

Mount Betherl cemetery participates in this national program to honor our veterans. wreaths are sponsored by local individuals and organizations through wreaths across america. a ceremony, which begins at noon, is followed by placement of wreaths on identified veteran graves by community volunteers and wreath sponsors.

Thanks to our event sponsors

PLATINUM SPONSOR
Columbia-Middletown Elks Lodge / No. 1074

GOLD SPONSOR
Columbia Fraternal Association

GOLD SPONSOR
Chickies Rock Moose Lodge / No. 307

GOLD SPONSOR
Foresters of America / No. 235

GOLD SPONSOR
Kleen-Rite Corporation

GOLD SPONSOR
Nikolaus & Hohenadel, LLP

SILVER SPONSOR
Columbia Lions Club

SILVER SPONSOR
Sunsnappers

SILVER SPONSOR
Anonymous

BRONZE SPONSOR
Sahd Metal Recycling

BRONZE SPONSOR
Workman Funeral Home

2050

our goal is to finish
all restorations by 2050

WHEN YOU ATTEND OUR EVENTS, YOU ARE A PARTNER IN THAT GOAL