Ceremonial Funeral Teams: Burying the Famous

Arranging for the funeral of a loved one is an emotional and multi-layered process.  When it is the funeral of someone of political status or society notoriety, additional steps are needed to properly honor the dead and accommodate the security needs of the mourners.  Alex Putnam, a member of SCI’s Ceremonial Funeral Teams, will highlight some of the prominent funerals on which he has worked and the layers of security, scrutiny, and work required when burying the famous.


Tickets:

  • $10 per person
  • Must be purchased in advance online
  • NO tickets will be sold at the gate

Location: Gothic Chapel (enter the 34th Street Gate, 3402 Boulevard Place) 

All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

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Thursday, February 26
  • $10

  • 6:00-7:30 pm