I volunteer for FindAGrave.com and have had the experience of requesting information on burials at a few cemeteries.=A0 Their response ranges from I cannot even photograph the headstone (when they at first let me photograph it IF I had a descendant's written permission) to making copies of the cards on file that list everyone in the plot, the owner of the plot and many other details.=A0 It is extra work for the staff and they could be overrun by requests for info.=A0 I go into the office with very neat written data that I can leave with my contact info if they prefer to look for the data during a less busy time.=A0 I am friendly and appreciative but not chatty (i.e., taking up their time).=A0 Have not yet had to, but a camera with close-up capability might relieve them of photocopy time and expenses.=A0 Reverence for their work and explanation of your task should open doors.=A0 In some cases, you'd have to pretend to be a descendant (though lying is naughty). If you are working for a descendant, have their written release with you in case the office requires it. Hope this helps, Sharon =A0Sharon Zingery Mediator szingery=40sbcglobal.net 773.262.7699=20 szingery=40sbcglobal.net