Save the Graves inaugural event was held in Placerville Union Cemetery on October 26, 2019. Guests enjoyed portrayals of nine noteworthy El Dorado County figures. Performances were repeated throughout the day.
One of a very small band of pioneer female journalists who eventually became the editor and publisher of the Mountain Democrat newspaper. Portrayed by Kathy Drew
Swiss immigrants, dairy farmers and lumber business owners. They ran cattle through downtown Placerville. Portrayed by Malcolm Hoag and Kim Allen
Blacksmith and teamster. Discovered a 37-pound gold nugget at what is now Gold Bug Park and Mine, a Placerville historic landmark. Portrayed by Bob Steele
One of the first female business owners on Main Street near the Bell Tower in what is now the Placerville News Company. Portrayed by Lori Phillips-Whittle
He was a miner when an underground tragedy struck him down just a few days before his 23rd birthday. Portrayed by David Wofford
Came from Germany and worked tirelessly as a successful trucker, lumber mill worker and miner. He won’t tell the source of his good fortune – but his lunch box might be a factor! Portrayed by Paul Bott
A century ago she led America’s first Suffragette march which fueled a movement leading to the passage of the 19th Amendment and the right of women to vote. Portrayed by Jan Le Pouvoir
Pioneering businessman and local banker. Owner of what is now the Cary House on Main Street. Portrayed by Joe Grady
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