Branches and Bones - The Secrets of Homewood Cemetery, Pittsburgh
53 Reviews7 people have played this questStep into the winding paths of Homewood Cemetery, where stories rest beneath stone and branches whisper tales of the past. Branches and Bones is a puzzle-filled walking quest through one of Pittsburgh’s most historically rich and surprisingly alive—green spaces.
Uncover forgotten lives, solve nature-based riddles, and piece together a legacy of resilience, invention, and mystery. With each stop, you’ll meet the city’s quiet legends, steel barons, singers, centenarians, and ancient trees that have witnessed it all. This isn’t just a cemetery walk, it’s a living tribute to the people (and plants) who shaped Pittsburgh.
Places you will visit
13
It will take you
62-92 mins
You will walk
3150 steps
Total distance
2.4 km
What you'll actually do
Download the Questo app and unlock the quest. Walk to Homewood Cemetery Entrance whenever you like · no guide, no group, no time slot.
Solve 13 puzzles hidden in the streets around you. Each one you crack unlocks the next location.
Finish at Silver Maple and see where you land on the Pittsburgh leaderboard.
Highlights
Follow a medieval-style map as you journey across 2.3 kilometers of trails and tree-lined paths.
Solve poetic riddles and trivia challenges hidden on gravestones, mausoleums, and plaques.
Meet unforgettable characters like Maria Shelton, who lived through slavery and outlived almost everyone else.
Learn surprising natural facts about arboreal residents like the River Birch and Dawn Redwood.
Decode symbols, uncover secrets, and complete bonus challenges to earn extra points.
Ratings and Reviews
3 ratings
Mikaela Cylke
Arianna Cylke
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Made by Sarah Skinner
Sarah Skinner created this quest · the route, the puzzles and the story are theirs.
Beat the best: Top Pittsburgh explorers
Good to know before you play
- This quest features interactive puzzles you’ll solve in the real world.
- Difficulty level: ADVANCED 🔴🕵️♂️
- Route open 24/7 but better during daylight hours
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What to expect from Branches and Bones - The Secrets of Homewood Cemetery, Pittsburgh
Step into the winding paths of Homewood Cemetery, where stories rest beneath stone and branches whisper tales of the past. Branches and Bones is a puzzle-filled walking quest through one of Pittsburgh’s most historically rich and surprisingly alive—green spaces. Uncover forgotten lives, solve nature-based riddles, and piece together a legacy of resilience, invention, and mystery. With each stop, you’ll meet the city’s quiet legends, steel barons, singers, centenarians, and ancient trees that have witnessed it all. This isn’t just a cemetery walk, it’s a living tribute to the people (and plants) who shaped Pittsburgh.
Follow a medieval-style map as you journey across 2.3 kilometers of trails and tree-lined paths. Solve poetic riddles and trivia challenges hidden on gravestones, mausoleums, and plaques. Meet unforgettable characters like Maria Shelton, who lived through slavery and outlived almost everyone else. Learn surprising natural facts about arboreal residents like the River Birch and Dawn Redwood. Decode symbols, uncover secrets, and complete bonus challenges to earn extra points. This quest is perfect for curious minds, history buffs, and anyone who enjoys uncovering stories where the past and present meet. You’ll never look at a cemetery the same way again.
Start: Homewood Cemetery Entrance. Finish: Silver Maple. 13 challenges included.
