The historic Calvary Cemetery chapel is part of Doors Open Milwaukee on September 23 (10am – 5pm) and September 24 (10am – 5pm).
The Calvary Cemetery Chapel is rarely open to the public. This is an opportunity to experience, first hand, the beauty of a landmark designed by the same architect Milwaukee’s Basilica of St Josaphat.
If you would like to get involved, the volunteer opportunities are listed below. Each role is divided into two hour shifts. CLICK HERE to signup online or email info@friendsofcalvarycemetery.org.
Lower Level Greeter
Instruct people on how to walk up to the chapel and organize those visiting into groups.
Walking Guide
Escort groups up hill to chapel while discussing general information on the cemetery and chapel. Guides will need to read over materials on cemetery and chapel history in advance.
Upper Level Greeter
Greet visitors in front of the chapel and coordinate the groups with the chapel tour guides.
Chapel Guide
Give groups tours of chapel and lower crypt. Guides will need to read over materials on chapel history and architecture in advance.
