FRANKLIN COUNTY
CEMETERY SOCIETY
"preserving history..... one cemetery at a time"
Recording
Tombstones are protographed and recorded for preservation. Information on cemeteries are maintained in the library at the Washington Historical Society Museum.
Our team is made up of people just like you. Our members are volunteers who are willing to put forth a little time and effort towards recording, restoration and preservation. Typically, work sessions are held a few days each month during the warmer seasons and last one to several hours. Again, all work is volunteer and you are not required to help, but our members find this very rewarding! Remember the saying, "Many hands make light work!"
Our Team. People just like you.
Cleaning
Cleaning the tombstone is a time consuming process and done with care. We only use proven methods and proven materials to clean the delicate stones. Using the wrong cleaners and power washers will badly damage stones.
Locating
Fallen stones are often buried in the soil at the grave. Our team members probe areas where tombstones are missing and have found many covered stones that are then cleaned, repaired and reset.
Repairing
Repairing tombstones require the proper materials and methods. Different stones require different methods. Many materials like regular concrete mixes and epoxies can damage the stones.
Clearing
Forgotten cemeteries are often covered in brush and need to be cleared of trees. This process is often the first thing that is required so that we can get to the stones for restoration.
Leveling
Leveling tombstones can be a safe and simple process or can be dangerous and require special equipment. We have collected the proper tools to do this process safely. Leveling, repairing and cleaning complete our task.
