Silent Neighborhoods: Mapping Ancestral Communities in American Cemeteries
10:30–11:45 am Instructor: Kashuba
In this session, students will explore American cemeteries, where each gravestone tells a story. We'll examine the history, design, and evolution of these grounds and how they reflect the cultural and social dynamics of their times. We’ll cover various methods for mapping cemeteries, including GPS tools like BillionGraves and Find a Grave. Students will learn to map cemetery neighborhoods, uncovering family, ethnic, and social connections of the past. Join us to understand the iconography and symbols on gravestones and discover how these silent neighborhoods can enhance your genealogical research.