The Overlooked Project

How it works

I find a grave, a name, or a quiet detail that seems to be asking for attention.

Vital records, newspapers, maps, and family histories help me to find the story behind the name on the stone.

I paint and place a memorial rock, then share the story gathered from the records.

Coming Soon

Story in progress

A life carried across borders, cultures, and history—now being pieced back together.

Mt. Olivet Cemetery

c. 1842–1872

England → Salt Lake City, Utah

The forgotten actress whose grave started The Overlooked Project.

Eliza’s story

Fort Douglas Cemetery

1850–1874

Filz, Prussia → Salt Lake City, Utah

A young Prussian immigrant, cavalry recruit, and shepherd’s son far from home.

Adam’s story

Mt. Olivet Cemetery

1832–1901

Oldham, England → Salt Lake City, Utah

A story of family loss, hard work, migration, and a daughter history almost forgot.

Mary Ann's story

Mt. Olivet Cemetery

1884–1939

Brembilla, Italy → Bingham Canyon, Utah

An immigrant miner separated from his family by oceans, war, and law.

Angelo’s story