Historic Oakland Cemetery is Atlanta’s oldest public park and the final resting place of many of the city’s most noted citizens. Less than a mile from downtown, its 48 acres are full of treasures – history and gardens, sculpture and architecture, ancient oaks and magnolias.
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The Art and Architecture of Death
People have sought to honor the memory of departed loved ones since ancient times, but…
We Shall Overcome: African American Stories from Civil War to Civil Rights
This 75-minute guided tour explores the lives and accomplishments of outstanding and ordinary African Americans…
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Charles Duncan Beard (1948-2024)
Charles Duncan Beard (1948-2024) It is with great sadness that we share the news that Historic Oakland Foundation Board member…
The Dunlops are Leaving a Lasting Legacy at Oakland
Did you know that you can include Historic Oakland Foundation in your estate planning? Every year we have several of…
Meet the Residents of Capturing the Spirit of Oakland
Thank you for joining us for the 2024 Capturing the Spirit of Oakland Halloween tours. History, culture, and the thrill…
Historic Oakland Foundation’s DEIA Progress in 2024
A s we continue our work as an organization to preserve, restore, enhance, and share Oakland Cemetery, Historic Oakland Foundation…