Your local cemetery is a time capsule. Each headstone is plastered with clues about the deceased, those who once walked where you're walking now. A simple step through the hallowed gates can bring you on an adventure to explore symbolism, workmanship, and local history. Join Erin E. Moulton as we learn the meaning behind cemetery iconography, abbreviations, epitaphs and more. Erin's latest book, The Beginner's Guide to Cemetery Sleuthing: Scavenger Hunt and Workbook will be available for purchase at the close of the program.

Bio: Erin E. Moulton writes books and tracks dead people. As a genealogical researcher, she has explored the lives of the departed for over 14 years. Erin is a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists, the New Hampshire Historical Society, and the New Hampshire Society of Genealogists. She holds a B.A. from Emerson College, an M.F.A. from the Vermont College of Fine Arts, and a Certificate in Genealogical Research from Boston University. She is an award-winning author of middle grade and young adult books. When she isn't tracking down just the right word or just the right clue, she can be spotted sleuthing New England's burying places. You can find her online at www.erinemoulton.com.

This program is a collaboration between the Craftsbury Community Care Center, the John Woodruff Simpson Memorial Library in East Craftsbury, the Hitchcock Memorial Museum & Library in Westfield, and is supported by Vermont Humanities. If you are not able to make the talk in East Craftsbury on Oct. 12, Erin will be doing the same talk in Westfield the day before, Oct. 11, at 5 pm, at the Westfield Community Center.

Event Info

Nov 24, 2024, 1:30 to 3 PM

Nov 26, 2024, 5 to 6 PM

Nov 28, 2024, 8 PM