New Hampshire Cemeteries and Gravestones
Presenter: Glenn Knoblock
A rich variety of cemeteries and gravestones can be found in town cemeteries all across our state and the forgotten aspects of our history that is therein revealed. They not only tell stories of such historical events as the Great Awakening, the Throat Distemper epidemic, the American Revolution, and the battles of the Civil War, but also reveal how aspects of society in the Granite State. Join Glenn to find out more about these deeply personal works of art and learn how to read the stone "pages" that give insight into the vast genealogical book of New Hampshire through the ages.
Join us as we celebrate 50 years of bringing the humanities to your community!
The topic will be:
Granite Women; The Hidden Lives of New Hampshire Women as seen in the Cemetery, 1674-1992
