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🌳 A Look Back at Glidden Memorial Chapel 🌳

 

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SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Dec. 14, 2023. In this week's Throwback Thursday segment, Lori Kent from the Local Lou podcast shines a spotlight on the historic Glidden Memorial Chapel, nestled in Sioux Falls' oldest continuously operating cemetery. Lori also welcomed Matt Gage, the Executive Director of the Mt. Pleasant Glidden Memorial, to discuss the significance and future of the chapel.

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🌳 Celebrating Milestones at Mount Pleasant Cemetery 🌳

 

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Sioux Falls' oldest cemetery, Mount Pleasant, is commemorating its 150th anniversary this year, along with the 100th anniversary of its Glidden Memorial Chapel. However, the chapel is facing significant structural challenges. KELOLAND Television’s Perry Groten spoke with the cemetery's Executive Director about the ongoing efforts and celebrations. Watch the full interview

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