Every Provenance & You book begins with a conversation.
Some are commissioned as gifts. Others begin while families are considering what they hope to pass on.
A gift, given in their honor.
For a birthday, an anniversary, a retirement, or simply because you’d love to know more.
You arrange the gift. They receive a personal invitation to tell their stories, followed by a series of conversations and a beautifully crafted book.
The stories behind what we pass on.
For individuals and families preparing for the next chapter.
We document meaningful belongings and the stories behind them, with an opportunity for family members to share what those objects mean to them.
For those who would like more time.
A longer series of visits and conversations, held over a season or a year, and gathered into a personal-history book.
Ask about Living PortraitNot at all. A favorite cooking utensil, a travel bag, or a letter kept in a drawer can tell us far more than an expensive possession.
That’s part of the experience. We’ll help you identify a few meaningful objects and discover the stories that come with them.
Usually in the storyteller’s home, where the objects are close at hand. We serve South Florida, with remote arrangements discussed individually.
Yes. The storyteller reviews the written work and decides which memories and photographs may be included or shared.
Yes, where appropriate. We can invite selected relatives to contribute memories or reflections, with the storyteller’s agreement.
No. It is a personal-history service, not a legal document. Any wishes concerning the distribution of belongings should be addressed with a qualified attorney.
If you’re not certain which experience would be right, you’re welcome to begin with a conversation.