Funeral costs are climbing. Here's how to manage expenses

The cost of saying goodbye is climbing. Here are some alternatives to traditional burials — and what to do when you can't ...
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The role of cemeteries and memorial spaces in honoring loved ones

Saying goodbye to someone we love is never easy. In those moments, we look for comfort, meaning, and a way to keep their memory close The post The Role of Cemeteries and Memorial Spaces in Honoring ...
Concord Monitor

A last act of care for the Earth: State’s first natural burial ground opens in White Mountains

New Hampshire's first natural burial ground, Oliverian Everlasting Burial Ground, offering an eco-friendly alternative to traditional cemeteries.

The most eco-friendly burial option isn’t cremation or human composting

But this beautiful park is actually not a park at all. It’s a cemetery. Established in 1996, Ramsey Creek Preserve is largely considered the first modern green burial site in the United States. But is ...
Bozeman Daily Chronicle

Bailey Krause: Choosing a tribute that's most meaningful to you

When I meet with families, it’s quite common for them to ask for my personal guidance as they make funeral arrangements for their loved one. While I’m always willing to ...
Ancient Origins

Late Bronze Age Life in Central Europe Reconstructed Using Ancient DNA

Because cremation dominates the Urnfield period, the Late Bronze Age has long been a “blind spot” for biomolecular research. The new study published in Nature tackled that gap by focusing on ...
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Fragment of a burial urn

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. Collection history unknown; purchased ...