Save Our Cemeteries Announces Final Lecture Of 2015 Series
November 10, 2015 |
Save Our Cemeteries announced today that it will conclude its 2015 series with a lecture from noted author and photographer Sally Asher. Entitled “Taken to the Grave: Lesser Known Tombs in the St. Louis Cemeteries” Ms. Asher’s lecture will begin at 6:30 pm, on Tuesday, November 10, 2015 at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans, LA.
“We are excited to have Sally Asher as our final speaker for our 2015 lecture series” states Amanda Walker, Executive Director at Save Our Cemeteries. Ms. Walker continues, “Her natural talent for photography and writing, coupled with her knowledge of New Orleans and its historic cemeteries is a perfect match for us.”
Ms. Asher will also have a book signing for her just released book, “Stories from the St. Louis Cemeteries of New Orleans” immediately following her lecture. The event is free and open to the public.
About Author Sally Asher
Sally Asher is a skilled researcher and gifted fine-arts photographer. Her work has appeared in many local, national, and international media outlets, including, but not limited to Newsweek, U.S. World News, and New Orleans Magazine. She has been the public relations photographer for Tulane University since 2008.
About Save Our Cemeteries
Save Our Cemeteries is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit located in New Orleans, LA. Its mission is to preserve, protect, and promote the historic cemeteries of New Orleans through restoration, education, and advocacy.
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Website:
www.saveourcemeteries.org |
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Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home |
5100 Pontchartrain Blvd.
New Orleans, LA 70124 |
| Website:
www.lakelawnmetairie.com |
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Amanda Walker |
| Email:
director@saveourcemeteries.org |
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504-525-3377 |
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