Celebrate the Gila Wilderness 100th anniversary at the historic Mogollon Cemetery
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The Town of Mogollon is getting ready to celebrate 100 years of the Gila Wilderness with a special event at the historic Mogollon Cemetery on May 25, 2024.
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The event is limited to 70 participants so anyone planning to attend is encouraged to RSVP soon by reaching out to Cordelia Rose by phone or text at 575-313-1002. The historic cemetery is the resting place of minors, their families and residents of Mogollon from the 1880’s to the 20th century.
Participants will meet at the Mogollon Cemetery Archives at 10 a.m. to carpool and caravan together to the cemetery. At the event, organizers provide people with a map and guide to the area and will speak about the cemetery, the Gila Wilderness 100th anniversary and the importance of historic preservation. People are welcome to hike around the area. Once back in the town of Mogollon the museum, cemetery archives, cafe’s stores and more will be open for guests to enjoy.
