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Haunted Hunt Scavenger Hunt
Gather a group of friends or family for a day of spooky sleuthing on this self-guided scavenger hunt throughout historic Oakland Cemetery! From October 1-31, purchase your printable Haunted Hunt packet online (one per team), download, print, and follow all-new cryptic clues to solve riddles. No reservations are required to participate. Each Haunted Hunt packet…
Capturing the Spirit of Oakland Halloween Tours
Capturing the Spirit of Oakland Halloween tours are a favorite autumn tradition in Atlanta, selling out every year in July. The event returns for its 16th year, offering two weekends of history and delight from October 20 through October 30. Designed to enlighten rather than frighten, Capturing the Spirit of Oakland tours bring to life…
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Día de Muertos
Día de Muertos
For the first time ever, the traditional Day of the Dead Festival, organized by the Consulate General of Mexico in Atlanta and the Institute of Mexican Culture, will take place at historic Oakland Cemetery! Visitors of all ages will learn about and experience a Day of the Dead festival. Guests will enjoy traditional dancing, crafts,…
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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 year. From November 7 through December 10, order your fresh and fragrant Fraser fir wreaths from Historic Oakland Foundation’s annual wreath sale and decorate your…
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Veteran’s Day Tour: Veterans of Oakland
Veteran’s Day Tour: Veterans of Oakland
We have canceled our 11/11 tour due to weather. We plan to reschedule and will post when we do. Discover the stories of soldiers of Oakland Cemetery during this Veteran’s Day tour. This tour starts at the Main Gate at the Front Gate (main entrance at the corner of Oakland Avenue and MLK Jr. Drive)…
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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. An epitaph is described as “a statement commemorating or epitomizing a deceased person.” Join us as we explore some of the fascinating epitaphs that grace…
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The Women of Oakland
The Women of Oakland
This 75-minute tour challenges the myth of Southern womanhood by uncovering the true social and personal histories of Atlanta’s women. Early Atlanta might have been a man’s world, but this city was built with the labor of women. From writers and domestic servants to reformers and mothers, Oakland Cemetery is home to thousands of women.…
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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 (one per team), download, print, and follow all-new cryptic clues to solve riddles. No reservations are required to participate. Choose from three levels of difficulty:…
Bell Tower Boutique: A Pop-Up Shop
Bell Tower Boutique: A Pop-Up Shop
The Museum Store at historic Oakland Cemetery is pleased to partner with local artisans for our Fall Bell Tower Boutique! Support local craftspeople and artists by joining us on Saturday, November 19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Oakland's newly rehabilitated Bell Tower building. Browse a curated selection of handcrafted goods specially chosen for…
Fall Tree Walk
Fall Tree Walk
Stroll with us through Oakland’s amazing arboretum and learn from knowledgeable guides about some of our favorite trees! Did you know that Oakland is home to more than 1,600 trees, from majestic oaks to mighty magnolias, to demure crape myrtles and dogwoods? Oakland’s trees feed and shelter wildlife, help reduce air pollution and provide welcome…
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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 Jewish burial ground in Georgia. This tour examines notable residents, Jewish burial customs, and symbolism found throughout these grounds. Hear stories of adversity and triumph…
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History, Mystery, and Mayhem
History, Mystery, and Mayhem
Discover stories that defy explanation during this 75-minute guided tour of Oakland Cemetery! With more than 70,000 souls interred in its hallowed grounds, it’s no mystery that Oakland Cemetery has its share of the surreal. Hear the stories that defy explanation, from mysterious murders to tragic events that have passed into local legend. This tour…
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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 appreciation and knowledge of art, nature, culture, science, and history. When you purchase a gift from Oakland's Museum Store, you help to sustain Historic Oakland…
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 outfits to post-mortem photography, the Victorians had elaborate rituals and traditions to grieve and process death. The ornamentation and symbols found in cemeteries reflect this…
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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 features holiday activities for the whole family! No tickets are required for this FREE event. Decorated Mausoleums Several mausoleums around the cemetery will be decorated…
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