Oakland is a great place for families to come together and learn about Atlanta history, enjoy a picnic, or simply wander around our lovely gardens. Dads love bringing the family here, and we love that too! Think of dad and…
Born in Georgia in 1873, Charles L. Chosewood was a colorful character who is remembered for his divisive legacy. Chosewood’s supporters championed him as an innovative entrepreneur with a good business sense. His critics argued he was a crook who…
On the nights of May 28, May 31, June 5, and June 6 unknown individuals vandalized the Lion of Atlanta statue, the Confederate Obelisk, and several headstones at historic Oakland Cemetery. The City of Atlanta owns and is responsible for…
As Father's Day approaches, our thoughts turn to the man who has both nurtured and, thankfully, put up with us all our lives: dad! We can't think of a better way to show him appreciation than nurturing him in turn…
Tuesday, June 9 is the Georgia primary. You have until Friday, June 5 at 5 p.m. to request an absentee ballot here. To check your voter registration status, find poll locations, and learn other election information, visit the state’s My…
Oakland Cemetery is the final resting place of more than 70,000 Atlantans. The enslaved and their enslavers, the oppressed and their oppressors, the empowered and those who sought to take that power away – all rest beneath the gravestones and…
O n the nights of May 28, May 31, June 5, and June 6 unknown individuals used paint to vandalize the Lion of Atlanta statue, the Confederate Obelisk, several headstones, and one of the interpretive panels in the Confederate Memorial Grounds.…
Inspired by the history and beauty of Oakland Cemetery, our Museum Store offers these specially priced sets of exclusive, curated Oakland wares. For those who can't visit, these items provide an opportunity to have a bit of Oakland delivered to…
One of Oakland Cemetery’s most popular residents is Margaret Mitchell, known world-wide for her civil war era novel Gone with the Wind. The 1936 publication of the book catapulted her to fame and made Mitchell a household name. An instant…
Oakland has always been cared for by Atlantans. The city’s first cemetery was established in its current location, away from the hustle and bustle of the growing city, so that the city’s early families would have a place to lay…
248 Oakland Ave, SE
Atlanta, GA 30312
404-688-2107
info@oaklandcemetery.com
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248 Oakland Ave, SE
Atlanta, GA 30312
404-688-2107
info@oaklandcemetery.com
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