The Daytonians: Stories of Heroes, Inventors and Tragedies

This tour explores the lives of various Daytonians. Did you know that Jack “Johnny” Walker Jr. was a well-known Dayton television personality and businessman? That Margaret Mayo serve as a nurse during the Civil War. Whose collection of photography is in the Smithsonian? Who killed Delena Allman? Come hear stories about local heroes, inventors and lives touched by tragedy.

Meet at the back gate by the pond. Parking is available on the side of the road, please do not block the road. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a water bottle if needed. Tours will launch rain or shine, except in the event of thunder or lightning.

All tours require a reservation and there is a suggested $5 donation. All donations support the Woodland Arboretum Foundation which focuses on the restoration, preservation, horticultural and educational projects needed to keep Woodland a cultural resource for Dayton and Ohio.

You may also like the following events from Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum:

• This Saturday, 26th July, 11:00 am, Street Names of Dayton in Dayton
• Next Tuesday, 29th July, 10:00 am, Sports Legends Tour in Dayton
• Next Thursday, 31st July, 10:00 am, Artists, Poets, Musicians and Dancers Tour in Dayton

Also check out other Nonprofit events in Dayton.