Join us to experience some of the many stories of historic Oakland Cemetery as the sun sets against the Atlanta skyline.
People have sought to honor the memory of departed loved ones since ancient times, but the 19th century ushered in a new era of funerary art. Innovative building materials came available and styles changed to reflect the popular architecture of the day, such as Egyptian and Gothic Revival. New money meant bigger and bolder memorials to reflect the social status and power of prominent families. This tour explores the origin and use of popular Oakland grave markers, including tombs and towering monuments, obelisks and angels, and many magnificent mausoleums. Discover how architectural and design choices made during life created a lasting and eternal legacy for many Oakland residents.
Spaces are limited, so we recommend purchasing your tickets in advance.
This tour starts at 6:30 PM. Check-in begins 30 minutes prior to your tour time at the Oakland Store, located inside the Visitor Center (374 Martin Luther King Jr Drive SE). Restrooms, snacks, and water are available at the Visitor Center.
Your tour includes a complimentary wine or beer. The bar opens 30 minutes before tours and closes at tour time. Late arrivals will not experience the entire tour - please plan to arrive 15 minutes before the tour begins.
Historic Oakland Foundation Members
Historic Oakland Foundation memberships include free tickets for Oakland Tour. Check your membership level before you purchase. Individual members receive one (1) ticket, dual members two (2) tickets, and family memberships four (4) tickets. Members should enter the email address associated with their membership to receive access to free tickets.
Accessibility
Not all areas of Historic Oakland Cemetery are wheelchair accessible. Please let us know if you need an accessible route when purchasing your ticket by emailing info@oaklandcemetery.com. There is designated parking for vehicles with a disability permit by the Visitors Center. Please be aware that the main entrance of the Cemetery is paved with cobblestones and the East Gate entrance has a step.
ASL interpreter available if given three days (72 hours) notice before the start of the tour.
