MASON CITY – The fifth annual History Walk and Evening Stroll was held Saturday in Mason City’s Elmwood Cemetery.
This year, the afternoon history walk through the cemetery included portrayals of Bayard Way (portrayed by Steven Van Steenhuyse), William McArthur (portrayed by Alan Steckman), Addie Barton (portrayed by Pat Schultz), Minnie Lien (portrayed by Linda Schluter), Elisha Randall (portrayed by John Lee) and James Blythe (portrayed by John Henry).
About 210 people paid the $10 fee to see the actors portray these famous former living residents of Mason City. That is up from about 140 that attended the first year.
Later, participants enjoyed a chili supper, Cemetery Director Randy Opheim said.
A newer feature is an evening history walk with different famous individuals portrayed.
The evening walk included portrayals of Rockley Whipple (portrayed by Steve Musson), Isabelle Clark (portrayed by Katie Byerly), Lucinda Gloyd (portrayed by Jo Beck), and Anna Shepard (portrayed by Cheryl Blakely).
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