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.…
Although Oakland started out as a utilitarian city burial ground, it expanded throughout the 1850s and 1860s to become so much more. Atlantans of the late 19th and early 20th centuries used this space not only to bury their dead…
In 2018, nearly 300 volunteers donated over 16,000 volunteer hours to help fulfill Historic Oakland Foundation’s mission to preserve, restore, enhance, and share Oakland Cemetery and its rich history. Volunteers lead tours, staff the Visitor Center, work in the gardens…
Located less than a mile from downtown Atlanta and founded in 1850, Oakland Cemetery was named for the forest oaks that dominated the original six acres. Today, this 48-acre oasis of history, sculpture, gardens, and wildlife is one of the largest public…
Five Grant Park and Cabbagetown restaurants are stepping up to help save Oakland's shade by hosting dine out events for our Tree Canopy Fund. Visit one or more of these fine establishments this week and you'll enjoy a great meal…
The Thanksgiving holiday affords us time to pause and reflect on some of the things that we at Historic Oakland Foundation are most thankful for: Our City – Oakland Cemetery is a City of Atlanta park here for Atlantans past,…
We are pleased to announce that HOF is one of ten recipients of the 2018 Governor's Awards for the Arts and Humanities. We were chosen to receive the award, which is presented by the Office of the Governor in partnership with…
Oakland Cemetery relies on the incredible energy, dedication, and generosity of over two hundred volunteers. Working in the gardens, giving tours, staffing the Visitor Center, or giving countless hours at special and private events, Oakland volunteers never fail to amaze…
Oakland Cemetery relies on the incredible energy, dedication, and generosity of over 200 volunteers. Working in the gardens, giving tours, staffing the Visitors Center & Museum Shop, or giving countless hours at special and private events, Oakland volunteers never fail…
Oakland Cemetery relies on the incredible energy, dedication, and generosity of over two hundred volunteers. Working in the gardens, giving tours, staffing the Visitor Center, or giving countless hours at special and private events, Oakland volunteers never fail to amaze…
248 Oakland Ave, SE
Atlanta, GA 30312
404-688-2107
info@oaklandcemetery.com
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248 Oakland Ave, SE
Atlanta, GA 30312
404-688-2107
info@oaklandcemetery.com
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TripAdvisor ranks us #8 of 305 things to do in Atlanta! Atlanta Magazine awarded us best "surprising greenspace" in its 2018 Best of Atlanta roundup. Plan your visit today!