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Flags decorate graves at the Old Cemetery behind First Church in Suffield.
Sibbil Dwight Kent Chapter of the United States Daughters of the American Revolution will celebrate their 130th birthday with a birthday party on June 6 starting at 10 a.m. on the Middle Green. After birthday celebrations, including a cake cutting, a tour of the Old Cemetery will begin at about 10:30. Revolutionary War Patriots are buried there, and we honor all those who fought for freedom 250 years ago. Among those who will be highlighted will be Captain Kent, Nathaniel Remington, Gideon Granger, Consider Williston and Thomas Archer along with others with interesting stories.
Our Chapter invites all those who wish to help us celebrate to join us that Saturday morning, and all who would enjoy a tour of this ancient burial place.