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Solomon, J., Solomon, O., & Solomon, S. (2004). Gone home: Southern folk gravestone art. Montgomery, Ala: New South Books.

The state of Indiana is home to thousands of abandoned or neglected pioneer cemeteries, the oldest of which now approach 200 years. The goal of this project is to identify, protect, restore and preserve as many of these cemeteries as possible. This project was founded on the belief that we owe our pioneer ancestors a better monument than a forgotten grave amid bramble and thicket.

Search for your ancestors in free cemetery and obituary listings. Plus, learn how to do a tombstone rubbing, use GPS to locate family cemeteries, clean and maintain cemeteries, interpret the meaning of icons and symbols on gravestones, and use records from funeral homes, undertakers and coroners.

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The Association for Gravestone Studies (AGS) was founded in 1977 for the purpose of furthering the study and preservation of gravestones. AGS is an international organization with an interest in gravemarkers of all periods and styles. Through its publications, conferences, workshops and exhibits, AGS promotes the study of gravestones from historical and artistic perspectives, expands public awareness of the significance of historic gravemarkers, and encourages individuals and groups to record and preserve gravestones. At every opportunity, AGS cooperates with groups that have similar interests.