Unearthing North Country's Rich History: A Tour of Watertown Cemetery

The Jefferson County Historical Society hosted a tour of Brookside Cemetery in the Town of Watertown, New York, attracting hundreds of visitors interested in exploring the area's rich history. The tour showcased the final resting places of prominent figures, including landowners and leaders, with familiar names that have contributed to the region's economy. Highlights included the Colonel George Flower Chapel, adorned with Tiffany stained glass windows, and the mausoleum of Henry Keep, a local legend who went from poverty to wealth. The Jefferson County Historical Society has more events planned, including a Halloween Happy Hour and a Halloween Costume Ball.