Tombstone rubbings

Tombstone rubbing is quickly becoming a lost art.  It's hard to believe on those headstones of relatives that are only 25-30 years old that someday they might be impossible to read, but it doesn't take many decades of being in the sun, wind, and rain to erode the names and dates into an unreadable mess.  

There are two reasons to do Tombstone Rubbings.  First, they can keep a record of the names and dates on the headstone.  Second, they can be passed on to future generations.  Grandchildren might not believe they're interested in genealogy, but seeing a book of tombstone rubbings may be the thing to spark their enthusiasm.

This is a wonderful way to introduce your children to genealogy and teach them some of the wonderful stories and findings you have discovered in your searches for your roots! For a complete 'How to' on rubbing go to http://www.familytreemagazine.com/article/Tombstone-Rubbing-Step-by-Step


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