The Makers of McDaniel College / Westminster Cemetery

About Tour

McDaniel College (né Western Maryland College) was founded in 1867 as one of the first coeducational institutions of higher education in the South.

Through this tour of Westminster Cemetery, you’ll meet some of the key figures who established, shaped, and expanded the college’s legacy. From decorated military veterans and Civil War physicians to traveling theologians and football stars, the history of McDaniel College is as rich and varied as the school itself.

We invite you to learn about the many Westminster locals who contributed to this institution and those that came to call Carroll County “home.”

A Visual History of McDaniel College

Presented by Dr. James E. Lightner

Dr. Lightner '59 is professor emeritus of mathematics and the College historian. He spent six years researching and writing the meticulously detailed Fearless and Bold, a 714-page chronicle of the evolution of the College from its founding in 1867 as the first coeducational college south of the Mason-Dixon line. Adapted from the book, this 90-minute documentary is a vibrant distillation including historic photos and a compelling narrative.

Fayette R. BuellApr, 1833 - Jan, 1913 James Thomas Ward D. D.Aug 21, 1820 - Mar 04, 1897 Thomas Hamilton LewisSep 12, 1883 - May 14, 1947 Albert Norman WardNov 27, 1871 - Sep 22, 1935 Fred G. Holloway1898 - 1988 Robert Joshua GillJun 22, 1889 - Jun 22, 1983 William Roberts McDanielAug 11, 1861 - Apr 19, 1942 John SmithNov 27, 1806 - Mar 13, 1892 Doctor Joshua W. HeringMar 08, 1833 - Sep 23, 1913 Charles W. HavensJul 12, 1903 - May 12, 1996

How to start a tour?

1
Install the After Care application from Google Play or App Store and go through a simple and quick registration
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Open the Tours tab and select the Tour you are interested in. If you wish, you can create your own Tour
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Click "Start the Tour" and, in an interactive map format, navigate through the cemetery between the graves from the Tour

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Fearless and Bold