American Monument & Granite Co.

08/04/2026

Beautiful reveal…monument with a story to tell. Whether it’s a name and dates or a design filled with meaningful symbols, every memorial is as unique as the life it honors.

This custom design concept was created to honor someone who loved to crochet, adored her dogs, and shared kindness wherever she went.

If you could choose one symbol to represent someone you love, what would it be?

07/28/2026

Have you ever noticed the family name engraved on both sides of some monuments? 👀 There’s a reason behind it… and once you know why, I bet you’ll notice it every time you visit a cemetery.

07/22/2026

What do a house and a monument have in common?

Most people have never thought about it—but the answer might surprise you.
Watch the video, pause before the answer, and see if you guessed correctly!

07/05/2026

We don’t sell flower saddles…But if your family uses them, you’ll want to see this. 👀 Watch this weeks
Monument Moment with Chris.

06/28/2026

You won’t believe what this monument sign looks like after the masking comes off… 👀

Gold leaf doesn’t last forever, but craftsmanship does.

In this Monument Moment with Chris, watch as faded lettering is carefully restored from start to finish. It’s one of those transformations that’s hard to look away from.

If you’ve ever wondered how monument lettering is restored, this one’s for you.

06/25/2026

Sometimes, the smallest symbol can tell the biggest story - The Hummingbird

Not every monument symbol has centuries of tradition.

Some tell a deeply personal story.

The hummingbird has become a meaningful choice for families who want to honor someone remembered for their joy, resilience, love of life, and ability to bring happiness to others. Though small in size, hummingbirds are known for their remarkable strength and determination—qualities that often remind us of someone who lived life with grace and courage.

If a single symbol could capture the essence of a life, what would it say?

If you enjoy learning the stories behind monuments and memorial symbols, we invite you to follow our page.

06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day - The Lessons Our Fathers Leave Behind - A Monument Moment with Chris

Father’s Day always makes me think about my dad.

Like many of you, I wish I could hear his voice one more time, ask one more question, or spend one more round of golf together.

As time passes, I’ve realized something important. The people we love never truly leave us. Their lessons, values, and stories continue through the lives they touched.

This Father’s Day, I’m remembering my dad and the lessons he left behind.

What’s one lesson or memory your father left with you? We’d love to hear it in the comments.

Happy Father's Day,
-Chris

Read the full The Lessons Our Fathers Leave Behind here:

https://americanmonumentandgranite.com/a-monument-moment-with-chris/

This is the first of many Monument Moments with Chris. We hope you’ll stop back often as Chris shares stories, memories, and monument care tips throughout the year.

12/25/2025

12/23/2025

Our office will be closed during the Christmas & New Year holiday Season with the exception of December29 & 30. Normal office hours will resume on Friday January 2, 2026.