The COVID-19 pandemic has forced us all to deviate from normal operating procedures, sometimes very drastically. Historic Oakland Foundation (HOF) is no exception. Overnight, our administrative, education, and programming staff went from sharing ideas, coffee, bad jokes, desks, and even…
Spread the Love! Or give some to yourself in these difficult times. The Museum Store at Oakland is pleased to offer a special collection of exquisitely handcrafted jewelry and colorful patches in heart shapes that reflect the purest of human…
Looking to read about new places, uncover secrets, or immerse yourself in legend and lore? These armchair offerings are sure to satisfy the need to while away the hours delving into the obscure and esoteric from the comforts of home.…
April 19-25 is National Volunteer Week, and while we currently can’t be with our volunteers in person, they’ve definitely been in our thoughts! Every year, over three hundred active volunteers donate thousands of hours of their time to Historic Oakland…
In 2017, Historic Oakland Foundation’s preservation team embarked upon a phased restoration project in one of its most historically and culturally rich sections: the African American Grounds. During the three-year project, the team not only restored headstones and monuments but…
Celebrate Earth Day (Wednesday, April 22) and keep your kids busy with a few crafts that are Oakland-tested and kid-approved! Cheerio Bird Feeders Perfect for toddlers and pre-schoolers, this easy craft passes the time and creates a tasty treat for…
For those sheltering in place and practicing social distancing, these fun stay-at-home activities available at Oakland Cemetery's online shop will liven up even the longest of days. Choose from various puzzles, a home scavenger hunt, or our Oakland coloring book.…
This is Masters Season and many of us are missing both the tournament and the gorgeous spring views of blooming azaleas, perfectly groomed greens, and other natural beauty. This beauty was important to Bobby Jones, whose gravesite is just east…
In the early hours of April 12, 1862, Kentuckian James Andrews – along with a group of 21 Union soldiers from Ohio – initiated a plan of sabotage that became one of the most infamous events of the Civil War.…
A look back at the history of sports in Atlanta inevitably leads to Mayor Ivan Allen Jr. (1911-2003), a two-term mayor and Oakland Cemetery resident. Mayor Allen played a pivotal role in bringing several sports teams to Atlanta, but his…