Cemetery Tourism Part 2: Decoding the Stones

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Building on Part One, this session dives deeper into cemetery tourism and the hidden meaning and symbolism hidden in our cemeteries.

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Cemetery Tourism Part 2: Decoding the Stones

Building on Part One, this session dives deeper into the specific interpretation of individual monuments.

Gain introductory knowledge of headstone studies to interpret the art, symbols, and stories carved in stone.

  January 8th 2026

 30 minutes

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Overview

Cemetery tourism is an emerging movement that's transforming our cemeteries from silent resting places into spaces of education, preservation, and connection.

This two-part webinar will introduce you to the history, opportunities, and practical steps for making your cemetery a destination.

The second session, ‘Decoding the Stones,’ explores how to read the art, symbols, and stories found on headstones - giving you a practical introduction to interpreting their meanings.
 
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Ashlynn Rickord Werner
Customer Success Lead
Kirsten
Kirsten Ono
Senior Marketing Manager

What we'll talk about:

  • Unlock the 'Hidden Language' of Cemeteries: Learn to read a headstone by understanding the secret meanings and symbolism.

  • Decode Professional & Social Ties: Learn to recognize the subtle symbols that indicate military service, secret society membership, or specific trades.

  • Transform Your Cemetery Visits: Walk away with a new lens that can turn your cemetery into an engaging historical tourism site.

Why watch?

If you’re a cemetery, funeral, or deathcare professional looking to:

  • Create new community connections
  • Increase awareness of your cemetery’s heritage
  • Improve your visitor experience 
  • Unlock new opportunities for preservation and revenue

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