Stories Worth Keeping
There are moments in life that deserve more than a photo album gathering dust on a shelf. The way someone's eyes crinkle when they laugh. The stories told at every family gathering. The quiet strength that held everything together.
These moments are heirlooms.
Preserving the stories that matter most
At Heirloom Stories, we transform your cherished photos, videos, and memories into cinematic keepsakes that honor the people who matter most. Whether celebrating a milestone birthday, marking a life transition, or preserving the legacy of someone who has passed, we craft personalized slideshows that capture not just images, but essence.
Every life has a story worth keeping. We help you tell it.
Birthday Celebrations - Video sample
This sample showcases our signature birthday video style—a heartwarming journey through a single year, five decades of cherished memories or a lifetime!. Watch how we transform a collection of family photos into an emotional celebration that had guests reaching for tissues and smiling at the same time.
What's Included: A chronological photo journey , smooth transitions timed to upbeat music, custom animated title cards with the birthday person's name and age, fun text overlays highlighting memorable moments and milestones, and a celebratory closing message perfect for playing at parties.
Perfect For: Any birthday year, milestone birthdays (30th, 40th, 50th, 60th+), surprise party reveals, retirement celebrations combined with birthdays, or digital keepsakes families will treasure forever..
Celebrations of life - Video Sample
This sample demonstrates our compassionate approach to honoring a life well-lived. We create dignified, heartfelt tributes that celebrate cherished memories while providing comfort to grieving families during memorial services and celebrations of life.
What's Included: A thoughtfully paced journey through a lifetime of precious moments, gentle transitions that allow time for reflection, elegant title cards with the person's name and dates, reverent music that honors their spirit and brings peace, and meaningful text captions sharing their passions, accomplishments, and the love they gave.
Perfect For: Funeral and memorial services, celebration of life ceremonies, wake or visitation displays, virtual memorials for distant family members, and keepsake videos families can treasure for generations.
Packages
Best For: Simple tributes, smaller gatherings, budget-conscious families, or clients who already have their vision clearly planned.
What's Included:
Up to 25 photos
1 Short video clip
2-3 minute video length
One song
Standard transitions and effects
One title card with name/occasion
Digital download (MP4 file)
10-day turnaround
Best For: Most memorial services and milestone birthday celebrations where families want a polished, professional tribute.
STANDARD PACKAGE - $349 ⭐ Most Popular
What's Included:
Up to 50 photos and up to 5 video clips
4-5 minute video length
Two songs with seamless transitions between them
Custom animated title cards and closing message
Text overlays throughout (names, dates, quotes, captions)
Premium transitions
Digital download (MP4) PLUS USB drive
We'll scan up to 10 physical photos at no charge
7-day turnaround
Music consultation help
Best For: Large celebrations, clients wanting cinematic quality, families with extensive photo collections, or those needing comprehensive storytelling.
What's Included:
Up to 100 photos and up to 15 video clips
6-8 minute video length
Multiple songs custom-mixed to flow together
Professional voiceover recording (client provides script, or we help write one)
Custom graphics and themed animations
Text overlays with personalized stories and memories
Digital download (MP4) PLUS USB drive PLUS backup cloud link
We'll scan up to 25 physical photos
5-day turnaround (or 48-hour rush available for +$150)
Dedicated consultation call to plan the video
Same-day delivery for viewing at services (local clients)