The Western New York Genealogical Society will present a “Save Our Cemeteries” workshop on Saturday, July 13 from 9 am to 4 p.m. in Niagara Falls.
The morning program include presentations at the Calvin K. Richards Community Center.
10 – 10:45 am – “Uncovering the Past: Using Cemetery Records for Genealogy Research”
11:00 – 11:30 am – “Importance of Volunteerism”
11:30 am – Noon – “Cemeteries in New York State”
In the afternoon, from 1:30-4 p.m., participants will travel to the Witmer Cemetery and participate in four rotating sessions:
Session #1: A tour of the cemetery to share results of restoration process there.
Session #2: Learn the proper way to clean headstones.
Session #3: Landscaping and combatting invasive species.
Session #4: Local masonry expert demonstrates headstone repair and resetting techniques.
The cost is $20 for members and $25 for non-members. To register for the workshop, go to: https://www.wnygs.org/event-details/save-our-cemeteries-workshop
