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Meet Historic Oakland Foundation's new development coordinator, Ayanna Akobundu I first discovered Oakland as a freshman at Agnes Scott College. I was immediately drawn into the eclectic history and stories of Oakland and admired the care taken to preserve the…

This is part two of our look at Oakland Cemetery's appearances in film, television, and video. You can view part one here. “Carry On” by Lil Nas X (2018), director unknown  Synopsis: "Carry On" is a song by American rapper Lil Nas X that…

Over the years Oakland Cemetery has been many things to many people, and sometimes those people even turn Oakland into another place entirely! Film, television, and video production at the Cemetery has proved to be a great benefit for Historic…

On April 28, HOF Emeritus Director David Moore was awarded the 2021 award for Lifetime Achievement from the Georgia Association of Museums. This award recognizes outstanding achievements by the institutions, friends, and supporters of the Georgia Association of Museums. The…

Mark Pifer's recent book, Hidden History of Old Atlanta, is a fascinating exploration of Atlanta's past from prehistoric times to recent decades. HOF staffer Ruti Turner recently interviewed Pifer about researching and writing the book and about his favorite spots…

Did you know that Oakland Cemetery is not a perpetual care cemetery? Oakland Cemetery was founded in 1850 as Atlanta's municipal cemetery with the expectation that lot owners and family members would continue to care for and maintain the lots.…

It's our take on the Augusta National’s Azalea! We’ve paired fresh peach lemonade with The Clover bourbon for a refreshing beverage to enjoy on the greens or the couch! This cocktail is named for the Flowering Peach (Prunus persica), which…

The past year has demanded individual, organizational, and national reflections on, and renewed commitments to, racial equity. Historic Oakland Foundation (HOF) has not been an exception. On June 2, 2020, we issued the following statement: Oakland Cemetery is the final…

Meet Briana Vianen, one of Historic Oakland Foundation’s spring programming interns. She’s a senior at Georgia State University, earning her degree in Education. Here, Briana shares her thoughts on interning with HOF. I’ve always believed that you can learn anywhere,…