Hamilton Graves speak to Us

A grave is a statement about place and family. A grave say that we have roots in this landscape and … More

Cemeteries anchor the historic imagination

“Cemeteries are key elements in the creation of memories, heritage, and attitudes towards the dead and the dying.” Deathscapes, Memory, … More

In the early years of Hamilton, death was common and could come at any time. Reverend John Miller took charge … More

Like many Hamilton farming families, Allan MacNab had to create his own family cemetery. In the years before his death … More

Despite development that has occurred around the Binkley graveyard, it still matches two descriptions found in the campus archives: “The … More

Challenges of a blogging My video post on video blogging really struck a chord with people. Clearly this is an … More

Marks Binkley died in 1805 and had the following inscription placed on his gravestone: “When I am dead and buried, … More

Around 1801, the Binkley Family purchased 800 acres between the campus and Dundas. They set aside land for a church … More