Stella Maris
Old Town at Louisbourg
Nestled against the backdrop of the majestic Fortress Louisbourg, lies the historic Stella Maris Cemetery. It was once home to the grand Stella Maris Roman Catholic church, which stood proudly from 1891 to 1968, serving the close-knit communities of old Town, West Louisbourg, and the Town of Louisbourg. However, with the reconstruction of the Fortress, the church, along with its accompanying glebe house and numerous homes, were removed. Today, the cemetery remains as a final resting place for the families who once called this place home, as well as other beloved members of the Old Town community. However, the gravesites only represent a fraction of those who were laid to rest here. Some do not have markers, while others have been lost to time, with only wooden crosses and field stones to mark their resting place. Yet, their stories and legacies continue to live on in this sacred ground.
Canvas on board
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