Ferntree Gully Cemetery Tour

The tour will be conducted by the Knox Historical Society at the Ferntree Gully Cemetery. Places are limited for this popular event. Bookings essential.

Titled ‘History and Mystery’, the tours are a joint venture by the Knox Historical Society and the FTG Arts Society.

During the tours, guide Karin Orpen beguiles participants with stories of pioneer settlers, unsolved murders, scandals and loveable eccentrics. There’s history and intrigue. Karin is assisted by Tricia, whose dedicated research continues to elicit new information and  photographs which illustrate the stories of the cemetery. Tricia’s work means that tours can evolve. There are always new stories to be discovered.

The tours are fun, informative and always conducted with respect. COVID regulations apply.

Tour information

Begin:  The Hut Gallery, 157 Underwood Rd, FTG

Visit: over 20 graves for approx 90-120 minutes

Bookings at: ftghistorymystery@gmail.com

Cost: Tickets $20

Numbers are capped. Tours sell out quickly so be quick.

Further details in our story here.