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Book Club
Many of our AGS members are avid readers and have…
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Markers
Request from the AGS Markers Editor Call for Papers for…
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AGS Chapters
The AGS Chapters provide an opportunity for people to participate…
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Membership
AGS Members have a variety of interests--genealogy, history, folk art,…
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Donate to Slater Student…
Give to the Slater Student Scholarship Fund! The Association for…
About AGS
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The Association for Gravestone Studies (AGS) was founded in 1977 for the purpose of furthering the study and preservation of gravestones. AGS is an international organization with an interest in gravemarkers of all periods and styles. Through its publications, conferences, workshops and exhibits, AGS promotes the study of gravestones from historica...
AGS offers awards and scholarships every year.
Joe Fund - In 2021 AGS established the J. Joseph Edgette Education Fund to honor the legacy of one of AGS’s tireless, longstanding supporters.
Stockton Scholarship - With gratitude for a generous donation from longtime AGS members Ron & Jane Stockton in 2021, AGS established the Stockton Student Scholarship Award.
Slater Scholarship - In 2022, AGS’ student scholarship award was renamed The Slater Student Scholarship Award in honor of Dr. James A. Slater, an early pioneer of the organization.
Forbes Award - The Forbes Award is presented annually by the AGS Board of Trustees to honor an individual, institution, or organization in recognition of exceptional service to the field of gravestone studies.
Oakley Award - The Fred and Rosalee Oakley Certificate of Merit is presented periodically by the AGS Board of Trustees to individuals and groups that have helped to advance the mission of the Association.
Contact Us
Mailing Address
The Association for Gravestone Studies
278 Main Street, Suite 209
Greenfield, MA 01301
info@gravestonestudies.org
413.772.0836
Staff
Andrea Carlin - Administrator and Publications Coordinator
Susan Pynchon - Office Manager
