Burying Ground -

: Recognition under laws like the Ontario Cemeteries Act has been used by communities to stop the desecration of old sites and restore their status as protected ground. SHOCKOE HILL AFRICAN BURYING GROUND

: Early burying grounds, such as King's Chapel Burying Ground (est. 1630) and Granary Burying Ground (est. 1660) in Boston, were often established near meeting houses or town centers out of necessity. burying ground

: Historic markers are fragile; preservationists often use specialized mortar and epoxy to repair stones broken by tree roots or frost cycles. : Recognition under laws like the Ontario Cemeteries