Refurbishing 100 Historic Masonry Structures and 20 Metal Fences

Grant Year: 2010 | Focus Area: Environment, Recreation & Preservation | Grant Amount: $114,000 | Grant Status: Completed

Refurbishing of About 100 Hhistoric Masonry Structures and 20 Metal Fences

St. Michael's Cemetery Foundation of Pensacola

St. Michael's Cemetery is an eight-acre green space in the heart of urban, historic Pensacola, Florida, managed by its Foundation to maintain, conserve and educate the public about its rich history - dating back to the mid 18th century. The cemetery is an open air museum that is a testament to the diverse history of Pensacola.

http://www.stmichaelscemetery.org

Project Description

Funded the restoration of a substantial number of funerary features including stone markers, masonry, and metal fencing, in order to preserve the rich history of Pensacola's oldest cemetery.

Community Impact

Preserves an important Pensacola historical marker.

2010, Enviroment Recreation & Preservation, St. Michael's Cemetery Foundation of Pensacola