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What Is a Sea Burial? An Interview with Captain Brad White

A new look at the old tradition of burials at sea
Posted on August 31, 2013 by Oz Litvac (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Captain Brad White is the founder of New England Burials At Sea – also known as National Burials At Sea – which is used by the Navy, EPA and many funeral homes across America. New England Burials At Sea is an innovative and contemporary way … Continue reading →

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Green Burial Makes its Way to South Africa

The country opens its first eco-cemetery.
Posted on September 14, 2011 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Last month, South Africa opened the country’s first green cemetery. Weisenhof Legacy Park was created within the oldest privately-owned nature reserve in the country. The park set aside a portion of its space for burial and memorial sites. It will … Continue reading →

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Santolini Encourages Audience to Consider Life and Death

The artist's conceptual pieces require audience input--literally and figuratively.
Posted on July 31, 2011 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Among the thought-provoking works of Frederico Santolini are some pieces that challenge us to consider our mortality and re-think our perceptions of life and death. Santolini utilizes his background in product design to manipulate objects into works of art that … Continue reading →

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