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…
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…
'Tis the season to keep it local this year for your holiday decor and special gifts for those you love. The museum shop at Oakland Cemetery has a carefully curated selection of unique gift items and cheerful seasonal goods that are sure…
In today’s society, it would be odd to imagine a time where Christmas was not widely celebrated and enjoyed. However, this was the case before the Victorian era where Christmas was only minimally celebrated in Britain and various other English-speaking…
Located less than a mile from downtown Atlanta and founded in 1850, Oakland Cemetery was named for the forest oaks that dominated the original six acres. Today, this 48-acre oasis of history, sculpture, gardens, and wildlife is one of the largest public…
Five Grant Park and Cabbagetown restaurants are stepping up to help save Oakland's shade by hosting dine out events for our Tree Canopy Fund. Visit one or more of these fine establishments this week and you'll enjoy a great meal…
It is easy to simply take Oakland’s majestic trees for granted. Yes, they give so much: cooling shade, bird perches, oxygen cleaned of pollutants, and suffuse the grounds with a light perfume when in bloom. Many of the largest trees,…
Fall is a great time to visit Oakland Cemetery for ideas about plants to add to your own garden, including shrubs, trees, and perennials. With cooler temperatures and autumn rains, it is also an ideal time to plant these plants. While…
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,…
James Edward Tate, Jr. was born in Georgia on October 6, 1893, the first-born child of James Edward Tate Sr. and Nancy Tate. The Tate family was a prominent African American family in Atlanta. Tate’s grandfather, James Tate, opened the…
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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TripAdvisor ranks us #8 of 305 things to do in Atlanta! Atlanta Magazine awarded us best "surprising greenspace" in its 2018 Best of Atlanta roundup. Plan your visit today!