African American & Old Town Cemeteries, Lewistown PA

02/08/2026

Snowy blanket covers the Old Town Cemetery, Downtown Lewistown.
Thanks for the pix, Fred Lerch.

01/09/2026

Found this photo display at the Train Station in Harrisburg. Other communities are doing what we’ve done in Lewistown.

08/26/2025

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07/14/2025

The African American Memorial Cemetery in Lewistown was rededicated in a moving ceremony on Sunday, July 13, 2025. Hosted by the Juniata River Valley Chamber of Commerce, the Juniata River Valley Visitors Bureau, the Mifflin County Historical Society, the event marked the culmination of years of dedicated restoration work on this sacred ground.
Executive Director Rhonda S. Kelley welcomed attendees and emphasized the importance of honoring the lives and legacies of those buried in the cemetery—many of whom were veterans of the United States Colored Troops during the Civil War. Thanks to the efforts of committee members, volunteers, Lewistown Borough, and generous sponsors, the cemetery now features restored tombstones, improved landscaping, new signage, and a welcoming archway.
Special thanks were extended to Dr. Steven Burg of Shippensburg University, guest speaker, whose students conducted research at the site in 2021, helping to bring individual stories to light. Floral arrangements for the ceremony were generously provided by Deihl's Florist, adding a beautiful and respectful touch to the grounds.
The ceremony concluded with a benediction by Reverend Dr. Renita Marie Green, Pastor of Bethel AME Church, and a poignant rendition of Taps performed by John Haubrick.
The event served as a powerful reminder of the importance of remembrance, preservation, and honoring every chapter of our shared history.

07/13/2025

Just one photo from today’s rededication. More to come.

John Haubrick plahys taps at the Rededication of the Lewistown African American Cemetery July 13, 2025.

07/02/2025

Bushmen Landscaping Professionals you did a wonderful job sprucing up the landscaping at the African American Memorial Cemetery preparing for the Rededication Event slated for Sunday, July 13th at 1:00 pm! Everyone is invited to attend!

06/05/2025

They're everywhere - gravestones that need cleaning.

03/21/2025

The signs are here for the African American Cemetery! Borough of Lewistown maintenance will install them & then we’ll throw a party!

I'm in the photo for scale only. But I am that pleased with the signs. Thanks, Pannier Graphics

03/07/2025

Love this kind of work? And don't kid yourself, it's WORK.
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WE ARE NOW HIRING FOR FULL TIME POSITIONS IN GRAVESTONE PRESERVATION SERVICE WORK!

1-2 full time positions.
Travel required.
Specific related experience required in gravestone & monument conservation and historic masonry.

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01/13/2025

Do you have a cemetery you'd love to invite Atlas Preservation to show you how to clean, fix and preserve? Get on this list!