A Tribute to Stonemason and Friend of Oakland Ray Hall
Every wall Ray Hall rebuilt at Oakland is a reminder of his lasting impact.
An Interview with Oakland Cemetery Sexton Sam Reed
Historic Oakland Foundation programming intern Taylor Roberts recently interviewed Oakland Cemetery Sexton Sam Reed. Sam talks about what drew him to his profession from an early age and about what it's like to care for a historic cemetery like Oakland.
New Art Project Transforms the Grant Street tunnel near Oakland
We’re thrilled to see the unveiling of Reflection Tunnel, a large-scale lighting artwork in the Grant Street tunnel which connects Oakland Cemetery to the King Memorial MARTA station.
The Great Locomotive Chase: Differing Perspectives
On June 18, 1862, seven men from Ohio were hanged just steps south of Oakland Cemetery. The leader of these men had been executed earlier, and several more waited in jail. In the Confederate states, these men were decried as…
Oakland in Film: A Look Back (Part 2)
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…
Oakland in Film: A Look Back (Part 1)
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…
Former HOF Director David Moore Wins Lifetime Achievement Award
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…
Oakland’s Women’s Comfort Station wins 2020 Historic Preservation Award
If you’ve been following Oakland Cemetery’s activities over the past few years, you’ve probably heard all about the Women’s Comfort Station. In 2019 HOF rehabilitated the small 1908 restroom building, turning it into a revolving exhibit space. In 2020 we…
An Interview with Mark Pifer, Author of Hidden History of Old Atlanta
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…
Why an Endowment is so Important to Preserving Oakland
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.…
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