Month: November 2025
Lost & Found: How Ground-Penetrating Radar Helps Rediscover Forgotten Graves
Rediscovering forgotten graves may sound like the opening scene of a Gothic novel—fog curling over abandoned headstones, the earth quietly holding secrets beneath our feet. Yet in a world where urban growth collides with historic memory, locating lost burials isn’t just atmospheric; it’s essential. From preserving ancestral heritage to preventing accidental construction over burial sites,
Celtic Crosses & Ancient Symbols: Tracing the Origins of Cemetery Motifs
Cemeteries are, in many ways, open-air libraries—places where stories are carved in stone rather than printed on paper. And among those carved narratives, the Celtic cross and other ancient symbols stand out like illuminated manuscripts in a dusty archive. They invite us closer, whispering of older beliefs, lost rituals, and the stubborn human need to
Victorian Mourning Culture: Why Death Became an Art Form
Death, as the Victorians saw it, was not the end but a grand performance — a ritualised dance between grief and aesthetics. While today we often avoid talking about death (let alone decorating with it), the Victorians embraced it with an almost theatrical intensity. From black crêpe dresses to hair jewellery, mourning photography to elaborate
Cemetery Etiquette: Do’s & Don’ts When Visiting Burial Grounds
Visiting a cemetery is unlike any other experience—it’s a quiet dance between history, grief, art, and respect. Whether you’re a genealogist tracing your roots, a historian admiring ancient epitaphs, or simply a curious wanderer, there’s an unspoken code that governs these sacred grounds. Cemetery etiquette is not just about following rules; it’s about preserving the