The gravestones of our ancestors are filled with symbols and emblems. They are a type of shorthand. Most people knew the meanings of the symbols. Some of our ancestors were illiterate and could not read lengthy texts on the monuments. Symbols are the universal language, but the language has been lost over time. We will resurrect this lost language and learn how to interpret the cryptic signs and symbols found on the monuments of the dearly departed. We will view photos of actual gravestones and monuments taken by the author from all over the world. We will also relate cemetery history and discuss proper etiquette when visiting these sacred locations. A little history, a lot of symbolism and a little humor.

Attendees will learn to interpret the lost language of cemeteries and graveyards and the meanings of those symbols our ancestors placed on monuments as they relate to the deceased.

Before purchasing tickets for Classes, Evening Events, Investigtions or Ghost Tours, we highly recommend that you make a plan by looking at the 2025 Schedule so you can decide how you want to spend your time and to make sure you don’t purchase tickets for classes or events that overlap or cause scheduling conflicts. Please plan carefully because there are NO CASH REFUNDS. Individual tickets for classes, tours, investigations and events are available from each class or event page and can also be found through the 2025 Schedule or the Online Box Office. 

In addition to purchasing individual tickets to classes, tours or events, you will also need to purchase a General Admission Ticket.

General Admission Tickets are $20 and are good for the entire weekend. General Admission Tickets can be purchased through our Online Box Office or at the Oregon Ghost Conference Box Office at the Seaside Civic and Convention Center: Friday, March 21st-Sunday, March 23rd.

General Admission tickets are good for admission to the Vendors Area and all Main Stage Speaker presentations for all three days of the Oregon Ghost Conference.

Sunday Only General Admission Tickets are $10 and can only be purchased in person at the  Oregon Ghost Conference Box Office at the Seaside Civic and Convention Center, Sunday, March 23rd ONLY.