Naper Settlement Cemetery Walking Tour: Pioneer Stories

oin Naper Settlement for a fascinating cemetery walking tour through historic Naperville Cemetery on Wednesday, September 18, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM. As you stroll through the serenity of this final resting place, you will step back into the past to learn the captivating stories of pioneers, trailblazers, and everyday heroes who once breathed life into the very streets you walk today.

This 60-minute guided tour covers approximately two miles through Naperville’s historic cemetery, where local historians share the remarkable stories of the community founders and early settlers who shaped Naperville’s heritage. Visitors will discover the lives and legacies of ordinary people who accomplished extraordinary things in building the Naperville community.

Tour tickets are $15 per person, with children under 4 admitted free. Pre-registration is required through Naper Settlement, and ticket sales end at 4:00 PM on the tour date. This educational experience offers a unique opportunity to connect with Naperville’s past while walking through one of the city’s most historically significant locations.

The cemetery tour provides an intimate look at 19th-century life, pioneer struggles, community building, and the personal stories that make local history come alive for visitors of all ages.