Tunes from the Tombs 2019 Playlist
We’re getting in the mood for Tunes from the Tombs 2019 and filling the HOF offices with the sweet sounds of our 2019 lineup. Check out some of our favorites below to get in the mood, and make sure you…
8 Ways to Enjoy Historic Oakland Cemetery this Spring
There are so many ways to enjoy Oakland Cemetery any time of year, but we think spring is extra special. Here are eight ways to enjoy Oakland this spring: Picnic like the Victorians Oakland Cemetery is Atlanta’s oldest green space.…
The Founding of Augusta National Golf Club and the Masters
The Masters Tournament (April 11-14) is just around the corner and we are excited to see who will go home with the green jacket! Read on to learn about the history of Augusta National Golf Club and the Masters from Dr.…
Introducing Illumine 2019 at Historic Oakland Cemetery
Illumine [verb]: Light up or brighten; enlighten (someone) spiritually or intellectually Over the course of four spring evenings from May 9 to May 12, visitors will be able to see Oakland Cemetery in a new light. Illumine 2019 at historic…
Volunteer Voices: Getting to Know Kristina Wayne
Oakland Cemetery relies on the incredible energy, dedication, and generosity of over two hundred volunteers. Working in the gardens, giving tours, staffing the Visitor Center, or giving countless hours at special and private events, Oakland volunteers never fail to amaze…
Volunteer at Oakland Cemetery
In 2018, nearly 300 volunteers donated over 16,000 volunteer hours to help fulfill Historic Oakland Foundation’s mission to preserve, restore, enhance, and share Oakland Cemetery and its rich history. Volunteers lead tours, staff the Visitor Center, work in the gardens…
7 Things HOF is Thankful for this Thanksgiving
The Thanksgiving holiday affords us time to pause and reflect on some of the things that we at Historic Oakland Foundation are most thankful for: Our City – Oakland Cemetery is a City of Atlanta park here for Atlantans past,…
Telling Atlanta’s Histories: New at Sunday in the Park 2018
Oakland Cemetery is the story of Atlanta. Whether rich or poor, black or white, famous or infamous, every resident’s story here at Oakland Cemetery shines a light on the beautiful mosaic that is Atlanta’s rich history. This year, at Historic…
The Atlanta Opera at Sunday in the Park 2018
At this year’s Sunday in the Park, Historic Oakland Foundation is pleased to announce a partnership with the Atlanta Opera. Artists Jayme Alilaw and Brittney Boykin will be performing spirituals and works by African American composers at 2:30 p.m. and…
