Exploring Almost Forgotten Gravesites in the Great State of Ohio

Dedicated to cemetery preservation in the great state of Ohio


"A cemetery may be considered as abandoned when all or practically all of the bodies have been Removed therefrom and no bodies have been buried therein for a great many years, and the cemetery has been so long neglected as entirely to lose its identity as such, and is no longer known, recognized and respected by the public as a cemetery. 1953 OAG 2978."

Wednesday, May 2, 2012

Reminder - Meeting at the North Ridgeville Public Library (Lorain County, Ohio) - Monday, May 14, 2012 - 6:30p.m. - The Topic will be "Tombstone Symbolism and Photography" Presented by Terry Hart


Monday 14 May 2012 6:30 pm 

 "Tombstone Symbolism and Photography"

 Terry Hart - will discuss the meaning of symbols and icons found on American tombstones. 

An understanding of the symbolism may help researchers learn more about their ancestors and better appreciate the actual artwork of tombstones.

North Ridgeville Branch Library
35700 Bainbridge Road
North Ridgeville, OH 44039

Phone: 440-327-83263