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Wreath and Greenery Sale
Due to the overwhelming response to our wreath sale, we're closing the sale early! Thanks for your support and we hope you'll plan to purchase your wreaths from us next…
Holiday Hunt Scavenger Hunt
Gather a group of friends for a day of cemetery sleuthing on this self-guided scavenger hunt throughout historic Oakland Cemetery! Starting November 19, purchase your printable Holiday Hunt packet online…
Museum Store Sunday
Museum Store Sunday
Join us online or in-store on Sunday, November 27 for Museum Store Sunday! We like to think of Oakland is an outdoor museum, and like more traditional museums, Oakland fosters…
Victorian Symbolism
Victorian Symbolism
From angels to anchors, learn all about grave symbols and death culture during this 75-minute guided tour of Oakland Cemetery! The Victorians were obsessed with death. From rules on mourning…
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Victorian Holiday at Oakland Cemetery
Victorian Holiday at Oakland Cemetery
Indulge in the seasonal spirit at Oakland Cemetery! Join us on December 3 and 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for Victorian Holiday, a unique seasonal open house that…
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The Jewish Grounds of Oakland
The Jewish Grounds of Oakland
Visit Oakland's three Jewish burial sections and learn about Atlanta Jewish history during this 75-minute guided tour! Oakland Cemetery is home to three Jewish burial sections, including the second oldest…
We Shall Overcome: African American Stories from Civil War to Civil Rights
We Shall Overcome: African American Stories from Civil War to Civil Rights
Please note: This tour was originally scheduled for December 10 at 10:30 a.m. Our tour guide has had a family emergency, so we have moved this tour to Sunday, December…
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Epitaphs: The Immortality of Words
Epitaphs: The Immortality of Words
Join us as we explore some of the fascinating epitaphs that grace the monuments of Oakland. How would you like to be remembered? Victorians gave considerable thought to this concept.…
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Victorian Symbolism
Victorian Symbolism
From angels to anchors, learn all about grave symbols and death culture during this 75-minute guided tour of Oakland Cemetery! The Victorians were obsessed with death. From rules on mourning…
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