This little stairway wouldn't be noteworthy if not for the small retaining wall at the bottom. It's made from old grave markers,
from when the city's cemeteries were cleared out in the first half of the 20th century. The grave markers from those cemeteries were reused
in public works projects, most notably for the rain gutters in Buena Vista Park and the landfill around the Wave Organ.
Gallery
July 2021
Retaining wall made of old grave markers on right
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July 2021
Before 497 Valley was built
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December 2007
Before 497 Valley was built. Retaining wall made of old grave markers on right
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December 2007
Old grave marker reading "Gardner"
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July 2021
Old grave markers
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July 2021