An evening stroll through the Raymond Cemetery will bring history to life Friday as the 12th annual Raymond fall pilgrimage begins.

The popular event, held every year, features local residents donning costumes to bring famous and not-to-famous soldiers, activists, writers and heroes back to life.

“We really have a very good cast of actors,” said Raymond Mayor Isla Tullos. They include experienced community theater performers as well as Dr. Bob Mayo, a retired Hinds Community College administrator, and retired Brig. Gen. Parker Hills, an author and historian.