Sat, Sep 20
|Graceland Cemetery, Chicago
Cemetery Walk & Meditation
Graceland Cemetery is the setting for a free short talk, contemplative walk, interactive discussion, and guided meditation led by Buddhist monk Gen Kelsang Zamling. Learn how to develop a wise and healthy attitude toward death -- and an inspired and confident approach to life.
Time & Location
Sep 20, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Graceland Cemetery, Chicago, 4001 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60613, USA
Details
Death remains a taboo topic for many, yet it is a natural -- and unavoidable! -- part of life. Instead of living in denial, fear, and uncertainty, Buddhist teachings provide a way for anyone -- Buddhist and non-Buddhist -- to develop a wise and healthy attitude towards death, and an inspired and confident approach to life.
Join us at Graceland Cemetery for a short talk, contemplative walks, interactive discussions, and guided meditation with Gen Zamling, an ordained Buddhist monk.
No previous experience is necessary, and absolutely everyone is welcome!
SCHEDULE
11:00am Meet at Cemetery and Welcome
11:15am Short Talk and Guided Meditation
11:30 - 1:00pm Contemplative Walk & Discussion
MEETING POINT
Graceland Cemetery entrance at Clark St and Irving Park Rd
TEACHER
Resident Teacher Gen Kelsang Zamling
BOOKS & MATERIALS
The following book(s) will be referenced. If you'd like to follow along, you can purchase copies from our bookstore or by clicking the book title.
COST
FREE
LIVESTREAMING
This in-person event is not available by livestream.