Let’s create something meaningful together.

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Reimagining The Way We Preserve A Legacy

At Hart & Lumen, we believe every life is a story worth remembering. A person is more than their name, their dates, or a collection of photographs. They are the moments they created, the people they loved, the challenges they overcame, the lessons they taught, and the memories they leave behind. Our purpose is to help families preserve those stories through meaningful, personal, and beautifully crafted memorial experiences that honor the life behind the memories.

We understand that creating a memorial tribute can feel overwhelming, especially during a time of grief. That's why Hart & Lumen provides a complete storytelling and legacy tribute service—not a do-it-yourself app, a template, or a simple layout. We take on the creative and organizational work of gathering the pieces, discovering the story, and transforming memories, photographs, music, and personal details into a meaningful experience. You share your loved one's story with us. We do the footwork.

Our work is guided by creativity, compassion, respect, and the belief that the story always comes first. We treat every life as unique and every tribute as a responsibility entrusted to us. Our goal is to create something families can experience together, return to over the years, and hold onto as a lasting part of their loved one's legacy. Because a life may come to an end, but the love, memories, lessons, and stories that person leaves behind can continue to shine for generations.

Your loved one's light is their legacy. Let us help it shine.

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Founder:

Carissa Hart

Meet The Team:

Co-Founder:

Charles Hart

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Creative Visionary & Legacy Story Teller

Carissa founded Hart & Lumen with a passion for transforming memories into meaningful legacy tributes. She leads the creative vision behind every project, crafting personalized stories and experiences that celebrate each life with compassion, artistry, and lasting purpose.

Master Keepsake Craftsman & Artisan

Charles brings each tribute to life through meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail. From handcrafted keepsakes to the finishing touches that make every memorial unique, he is dedicated to creating beautiful heirlooms that families can treasure for generations.

Ai Experience:

Lilith Lumen

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Artificial Intelligence & Legacy Story Teller

Lilith Lumen is the creative intelligence behind the Hart & Lumen experience, helping transform memories, photographs, and personal stories into thoughtfully crafted tributes. Working alongside the Hart & Lumen team, Lilith helps inspire ideas, organize life stories, and support the creative process while keeping every family's unique legacy at the heart of each project..