Resident Spotlight: Dr. Gustavus Garnett Roy

July 25, 2022
History, Resident Spotlight

Born in Virginia in 1836, Gustavus Roy grew up planning to practice medicine like his father. He graduated from the prestigious Richmond College and the Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia. When the Civil War began in 1861, Dr. Roy joined…

Cemetery Snaps from Oakland’s Photography Workshop

June 8, 2022
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This spring, photographers of all skill levels participated in a four-part photography workshop. Led by seasoned Oakland professionals, this series explored different photography genres with technical advice and hands-on instruction. Check out a few of the subjects and scenes that…

Explore historic Oakland Cemetery, where Atlanta’s history lives. Open daily from dawn to dusk.

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Black Magnolias

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Oakland MD: Discovering Oakland’s Healthcare Pioneers

We Shall Overcome: African American Stories from Civil War to Civil Rights

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Help us preserve, protect, and share the city’s oldest historical and cultural landmark.

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Resident Spotlight: Dr. Gustavus Garnett Roy

Cemetery Snaps from Oakland’s Photography Workshop

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