We’re kicking off our 50th Anniversary celebration the week of June 1, 2026, with Five Days of Service—a special week dedicated to giving back to the place that has given us so much. 

Celebrate Juneteenth with us at Finally, Friday on June 19! Take part in an immersive tour highlighting Black Atlantans buried at Oakland (tickets required) or enjoy a free screening of Maynard, a documentary about Atlanta’s first African American mayor, Maynard Jackson. Plus, enjoy food trucks and hands-on activities for kids celebrating Black history, freedom, and equality.

Celebrate Juneteenth by exploring the lives and legacies of Black Atlantans laid to rest at Oakland Cemetery. Similar to Oakland’s signature Capturing the Spirit of Oakland tours, guided tours will lead visitors to several gravesites, where powerful stories of resilience, community, and the long journey to freedom are shared, brought to life by the residents who lived them.

Dive into the world of simple machines and become a mini-engineer! Campers will explore the power of levers, pulleys, wheels, inclined planes, and more through interactive demonstrations and team-based challenges. 

Join us as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Historic Oakland Foundation with an unforgettable evening honoring Oakland Cemetery’s rich history and enduring legacy. This milestone event brings together friends, supporters, and community members to celebrate, preserve, and share the stories of Oakland Cemetery.