Events

Crimes of passion, embezzlement scandals, premeditated murders, and cons that exposed city-wide corruption – Oakland Cemetery holds the history of crimes that rocked the city of Atlanta. Crime Through Time…

People have sought to honor the memory of departed loved ones since ancient times, but the 19th century ushered in a new era of funerary art. Innovative building materials came available and styles changed to…

Discover the stories of prodigies, bandmasters, a dance club DJ, a beloved family songbird, and more on this musically-inclined tour! From spiritual songwriters to country legends, Oakland Cemetery’s musical roots…

In Celebration of Black History Month, Oakland Cemetery is offering FREE tickets for our We Shall Overcome and Black Magnolias tours for all of February! This 60-minute guided tour explores…

In Celebration of Black History Month, Oakland Cemetery is offering FREE tickets for our We Shall Overcome and Black Magnolias tours for all of February! This guided walking tour explores the history,…

Learn how several Oakland residents were involved in this Atlanta tragedy during this 60-minute guided tour.   This tour begins and ends with a murder. In the early hours of April…

In Celebration of Black History Month, Oakland Cemetery is offering FREE tickets for our We Shall Overcome and Black Magnolias tours for all of February! This 60-minute guided tour explores…

Love never dies at Oakland Cemetery! Grab your love for a unique outdoor date at Oakland Cemetery. Enjoy a walk through Oakland’s Victorian garden cemetery as we recount the loves…

Love never dies at Oakland Cemetery! Grab your love for a unique outdoor date at Oakland Cemetery. Enjoy a walk through Oakland’s Victorian garden cemetery as we recount the loves…