Voices from the past Where Charlotte's history comes alive for the day

APRIL 17, 2021

1 - 4 PM

Settlers' Cemetery

early 1700s

Elmwood and

9th Street Pinewood Cemeteries

1853 - today

Who knew history could be so much fun!

Voices From The Past is a unique living history event told by 50 portrayers telling the stories of our founding fathers, civic leaders, pioneering women, and a few interesting characters.

Elmwood and Pinewood Cemeteries

Stroll through Elmwood and Pinewood cemeteries and hear the amazing stories of the famous, infamous and ordinary citizens that made Charlotte what it is today.

Settlers' Cemetery

In Charlotte's oldest cemetery is where you will meet and hear the stories of Charlotte's founding father, James Polk, and get to know a few of the men and women who settled in the backcountry of North Carolina from the mid 1700s to early 1800s, along with their slaves, Cherry and Agnes.