Art Post 48

The Age of Wooden Churches

The Age of Wooden Churches By the 1820s and early 1830s, the several communities of faith became large enough to … More

Challenge of Blogging – Part 3

Challenge of Blogging – Part Three The biggest challenge to blogging is feeding the beast. Just remember, we are not … More

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

Art Post 47

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

The Challenge of Blogging – Part Two

This week: What’s your goal? Speaking as an artist, you will be either selling your artwork or promoting your brand. … More

Death Comes Early in 19th Century Hamilton

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

Soundscape Hamilton – Divinity College

MacNab’s Family Cemetery, Hamilton (Ont).

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