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Registration Open for Fall Workshops

Do you know the right way to clean, level, and repair a historic gravestone? Join us in Henderson County this October to learn from the experts! Choose from one of two workshops happening near Athens. 

Cemetery preservationists use special techniques, materials, and equipment to care for gravestones using a Do-No-Harm ethic. These workshops will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to undertake a gravestone preservation project successfully. Instruction will be provided by Texas Cemetery Restoration’s Rusty Brenner. 

October 16 and 17:  New York Cemetery  This is a full, two-day workshop covering general cemetery preservation basics, as well as gravestone cleaning, leveling, and multiple types of repairs. Participants will work hands-on with a variety of materials and tools to clean and repair gravestones in the historic New York Cemetery. Participants must attend both days. New York Cemetery location on Google Maps

October 18: Fincastle Cemetery In this half-day workshop on Saturday morning, participants will learn basic information for getting started on a cemetery preservation project and will and work hands-on to clean dirt and biological growth from historic gravestones in Fincastle Cemetery. Minors are welcome to participate, but must be accompanied by a legal guardian. Fincastle Cemetery location on Google Maps

The registration page contains more details about each workshop. Make sure to read the the descriptions and carefully select which workshop option you want to attend. Keep in mind that space is limited in each event and advanced registration is required. Support for these programs is provided by the Lana Hughes Nelson Endowment Fund for Cemetery Preservation.