It may surprise some to learn that Historic Oakland Foundation's preservation efforts include flowers shrubs and trees in addition to headstones and other hardscaping. As I approach my fourth year as a member of Oakland Cemetery's preservation team, I am…
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…
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…
During Illumine we are showcasing just a few of the interesting stories our creative team is shining a light on during this four-day light experience. The early 1870s were the dawn of a new golden era for the “City Grave…
There are so many ways to enjoy Oakland Cemetery any time of year, but we think spring is extra special. Here are eight ways to enjoy Oakland this spring: Picnic like the Victorians Oakland Cemetery is Atlanta’s oldest green space.…
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,…
By Erica Glasener 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…
Check out this Growing a Greener World TV episode featuring Historic Oakland Cemetery's 48 acres of gardens! As you can probably guess from all the blooms, the GGW team was at Oakland this spring to film the show. We are grateful to them…
Little is known of Oakland’s horticultural landscape in its first two decades. Few Atlanta newspaper issues survive from the 1850s. Except for bemoaning the town’s destruction during the Battle of Atlanta, not many people wrote about the “City Grave Yard”…
Oakland Cemetery’s glorious tree canopy is made up of a surprisingly wide range of tree types. Some are native, and some are from faraway lands. Some are common, and some are rare. A fun example of a native uncommon tree…