The History of Cemetery Florals: How Flowers Have Played a Role in Death Care Throughout Time
The art of gifting flowers is something that has existed across cultures as far back as the Stone Age, their beauty and symbolism providing both tribute and comfort to those who have lost loved ones. Across times, cemetery florals have played a significant role in death care, evolving as we have. In this post, we’ll […]
The Australian Remembrance Army: ANZAC Day 2023
Anzac Day is a time to honour and remember those who have served and sacrificed for their country. It’s also an opportunity to recognise the tireless efforts of those who work behind the scenes to preserve the memory of our fallen soldiers. One group actively working to locate, preserve, re-letter, and care for headstones not […]
Finding Families: How Cemeteries Can Aid in Genealogy Searches
Searching for long-lost—or even until-now-unknown—relatives is nothing new. When European immigrants made their way to the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, genealogy was a way for them to prove their social status. As decades wore on, more and more people became interested in becoming ancestral detectives, of sorts—learning not only […]
Cemetery Mapping: Cost Effective Tools Mean It Doesn’t Have To Be Out Of Reach
There is no denying that technology has helped improve the death care experience, both for the family and friends of the deceased but also for those working in the industry. But perhaps one of the areas where such innovation has been most transformational is in the area of cemetery mapping. Traditionally, cemetery layouts and inventory […]
