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Peoples Mortuary Museum, Marietta, OH

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Peoples Mortuary Museum

A funeral-history museum behind the Marietta chapel of Cawley and Peoples Funeral Homes, showing old hearses and vehicles.

408 Front Street, Marietta, OH · Marietta, OH

About Peoples Mortuary Museum

The museum sits behind the Marietta chapel of Cawley and Peoples Funeral Homes and explores the history of the funeral profession. Visitors can see antique vehicles, including several vintage Packard models, a 1927 Henney, and an 1895 horse-drawn hearse. Visits are arranged by calling or emailing Bill Peoples so that staff can guide you through.

  • #funeral history
  • #vintage vehicles
  • #hearses
  • #guided tour
  • #Marietta

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