[HistoricCemeterieslistserv] OPRD NEWS RELEASE: 12-02 Cemetery Commission releases publications

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[bw_shield_wordmark]   OREGON PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT

     NEWS RELEASE
                                                                December 2, 2014



MEDIA CONTACT:
Kuri Gill
503-986-0685
Kuri.Gill at oregon.gov



Historic Cemeteries Commission
releases publications on three topics

The Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries released today three new publications related to photography, funerary folk art and development around historic cemeteries.

The publications include two position papers:
     -- "Recommendations Concerning Development Around Historic Cemeteries" is a summary of best practices summary to consider for the preservation of historic cemeteries with construction or land disturbance occurring nearby.
     -- "Filming and Photography in Historic Cemeteries" outlines recommendations for cemetery managers in establishing rules and ethical practices for photographers.

The new Heritage Bulletin discusses "Funerary Folk Art and the Concrete Alternative."  It details various "non-traditional" marker materials and provides instruction for creating a long-lasting concrete marker.

The Historic Cemeteries Commission has released other position papers<http://www.oregon.gov/OPRD/HCD/OCHC/OCHC_Tech_Support_.shtml> and Heritage Bulletins<http://www.oregon.gov/OPRD/HCD/OCHC/OCHC_Tech_Support_.shtml> for the care and preservation of Oregon's historic cemeteries. The commission also offers annual marker repair trainings and grants<http://www.oregon.gov/oprd/HCD/FINASST/Pages/grants.aspx> for cemetery project.

State law established the seven-member commission to maintain a listing of all historic cemeteries and gravesites in Oregon; promote public education on the significance of historic cemeteries; and help obtain financial and technical assistance for restoring, improving and maintaining their appearances. To read the papers or to get more information on historic cemeteries visit www.oregonheritage.org<http://www.oregonheritage.org/> or contact Kuri Gill at Kuri.Gill at oregon.gov or 503-986-0685.

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Kuri Gill

NOTE: My email address has changed!

Oregon Heritage
Grants & Outreach Coordinator
503-986-0685
Kuri.Gill at oregon.gov<mailto:Kuri.Gill at oregon.gov>
725 Summer St NE, Ste C
Salem, OR 97301
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