The Walpack Historical Society will honor the history of Walpack Township’s African American residents with the unveiling of a memorial marker during the observance of Juneteenth on Friday, June 19, 2026 from 11 am – 2:00 pm.
The hike to the Black/Enslaved Persons Cemetery will depart from the Van Campen Inn at 12 pm. Hikers will take part in the unveiling of the memorial marker honoring the black and enslaved men, women and children buried in the cemetery. Guests are encouraged to view the Black/Enslaved Persons Cemetery where the remains of up to 50 individuals are interred in unmarked graves. Some are believed to have been formerly enslaved.
Hike Notes – The hike to the cemetery is approximately 1.5 miles round trip with a moderate uphill stretch at the beginning of the hike.
Please remember bug spray, sturdy hiking shoes and tick repellent. As always, well-behaved dogs are welcomed but must be on leash at all times.
The Van Campen Inn will also be open for tours from 11 am until 2:00 pm. Dogs are not permitted in the building.
Directions to the Van Campen Inn.
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