| Do's and Don't's of Cemetery Etiquette * Be Respectful * Be respectful of those who are there to mourn * Do follow the cemeteries rules * Do pick up any trash * Do not leave cigarette butts * Do not disturb memorials * Do set memorials upright if you can * Do put back anything that you move * Do not step on markers * If you bring children be sure that they behave accordingly * Do clean up after your pets if you bring them, preferably not * Don't destroy markers preserve them * Don't use unknown methods to make stones readable * Do not use wire brushes of any kind * Do not chalk the writing * Do not use unapproved or recommended soaps or detergents * Do not use shaving cream * If in doubt, do nothing and ask a professional * Parking * Don't park in the grass or on the graves |
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| * Remember some cemeteries are private * Public cemeteries can be visited any time they are open * Private cemeteries without permission may result in criminal charges or worse * Research before you venture |
| * Find information *Active cemteries contact or visit office or person in charge * Records may be available or even a map of grounds * Inform you of cemetery rules about rubbing or photos * Photos are better than rubbing * Inactive cemeteries * Town records * Historical Societies * Churches * Local Funeral Homes |
| * Stone rubbing causes damage to older stones * Before rubbing try other methods of gathering information * Cemetery operators * Internet |
| (courtesy of respected cemetery preservationist Mark Morton) |
| * Preserve markers do not destroy them * Grave stones should be preserved by the families, however many are not. * Contact the cemetery if you see graves in disrepair or poor conditions * Do not use wired brushes of any kind * Do contact professional whenever possible * Do become active * Find out what's happening in your area |
| (courtesy of cemetery preservationist MM) |
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