Eastern Cemetery was established by two Methodist churches in 1843 as a public cemetery and is located next to Cave Hill Cemetery. It is the final resting place for local and state politicians, soldiers, leaders of the Underground Railroad, prominent members of the African-American and German-American communities, victims of steamboat explosions, musicians, and many everyday folk who contributed to Louisville's development. There is a great variety of headstone designs and inscriptions, some of which are in German, and the cemetery's original layout and expansion tells us much about Louisville's social history. This walking tour of Eastern Cemetery is led by former Filson staff member Pen Bogert. The walking tour will last one to two hours and will start near the entrance to the cemetery. Participants are encouraged to wear appropriate footwear suitable for walking. Bottled water will be provided. Pen Bogert worked at The Filson as a reference specialist from 1996-2006. His main research interest is African American history, particularly slavery, slave trading, Underground Railroad, and music. He is writing a book on the history of slave trading in Kentucky. Pen is also a musician and plays in the 10th Street Blues Band.