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The Living Storybook: Real Stories Behind the Stones
In honor of Veterans’ Day, Oakland is partnering with Kennesaw State University’s Museum of History and Holocaust Education for a collaborative homeschool day program that recognizes the contributions of the men and women who served in the armed forces and the lasting impact they made on our state and nation.
Green Detectives: Exploring the Ubran Ecosystem at Oakland
Dig into Oakland's diverse ecosystems and discover how plants, animals, water, and people interact within an urban landscape. Through scientific investigation and design challenges, students will examine the effects of rainfall and runoff before creating a model garden that balances topography, sunlight, and native plant selection.
Colors of Change: An Autumn Art Exploration at Oakland
Celebrate the beauty of fall while discovering how artists and designers draw inspiration from the natural world. Students will explore the elements of art found throughout Oakland's monuments and landscapes before creating an original mixed-media artwork using seasonal natural materials and a variety of artistic mediums.
Tracing Their Service: Veterans History at Oakland
Honor the stories of the veterans laid to rest at Oakland by exploring how their service in the military shaped their lives and communities across different periods of American history.
Homeschool Day: Creative Grounds
As we close out the 2025-26 school year, we invite students to explore the rich artistic and architectural heritage of Oakland Cemetery.
Homeschool Day: Earth Explorers
Join Oakland in celebrating Earth Day with a Homeschool Day program that engages students in hands-on ecological investigation within the cemetery’s natural spaces.
Homeschool Day: Her Story, Our History
In honor of Women’s History month, we are excited to provide students with an opportunity to explore the vital roles women have played in shaping Atlanta’s economic, political, and cultural landscape.
Homeschool Day: Paths of Progress
Join Oakland in recognizing and celebrating Black History month, as we invite students to uncover the remarkable contributions of African American residents at Oakland Cemetery and their role in shaping Atlanta’s historically Black communities.
Homeschool Day: Stories in Stone
For our first Homeschool Day program in 2026, students will explore the fascinating intersection of geology, art, and memorialization used in Oakland Cemetery’s monuments.
Homeschool Day: Voices of Valor
In honor of Veterans’ Day, Oakland is partnering with Kennesaw State University’s Museum of History and Holocaust Education for a collaborative homeschool day program that recognizes the contributions of the men and women who served in the armed forces and the lasting impact they made on our state and nation.
Homeschool Day: Harvest in the Garden
Welcome the change in seasons with an action-packed homeschool day program at Oakland Cemetery that highlights the beauty and traditions of Fall and harvest time.
Homeschool Day: Colors of Culture
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Oakland Cemetery as we explore the historic and cultural contributions of Latino and Hispanic communities in Metro Atlanta.
Homeschool Day: History Detectives
Homeschool families are invited to join us in August as we unearth the historical foundations of early Atlanta and explore how the rapid growth of the city spurred the construction of its most historic cemetery.
Homeschool Day: Society, Symbolism, and Stories
Join us in May as we highlight the cultural traditions of Oakland & Atlanta with full day of homeschool programming to learn more about the history of Atlanta and the rich tapestry of cultures that are represented across the city.
Homeschool Day: Preserving Our Past, Protecting Our Future:
Join us in April as we celebrate Earth Day with a day of homeschool programming to celebrate the diversity of plants and animals that call Oakland home and learn about sustainable environmental practices to take to your community.
Homeschool Day: Trailblazing Women of Oakland
Homeschool families are invited to join us in March as we celebrate Women’s History month with a full day of programming to honor the historic women who helped build Atlanta.
Homeschool Day: Black History Month
Homeschool Day: Black History Month focuses on the rich history and culture of African American communities in Atlanta, particularly through Oakland Cemetery and its connections to the legacy of Black history, culture, and art in the city.
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