An ancestor altar is a personal and meaningful way to honor the memories of loved ones who have passed. Rooted in many cultures worldwide, these altars serve as spaces where people can connected with the past, celebrate the lives of those who came before, and offer gratitude and remembrance.

This October, as part of the “Stories from the Heart” project, hosted by the Palliative Care Department at Porter Medical Center, the Sheldon Museum will be hosting an altar on our front porch and inviting the Addison County community to share in this tradition. All are invited to add something of meaning to the altar on the porch at the Sheldon Museum.

For questions, please contact Louella Richer: lricher@portermedical.org