Oakland’s summer camps give kids a fun, educational, outdoor experience in one of Atlanta’s oldest historic sites.

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.

From angels to anchors, learn all about grave symbols and death culture during this 75-minute guided tour of Oakland Cemetery!

A Celebration of Black Women in Atlanta's History

A Celebration of Black Women in Atlanta's History

This 75-minute tour challenges the myth of Southern womanhood by uncovering the true social and personal histories of Atlanta’s women.  

Discover stories of hometown heroes and sports legends during this 75-minute guided tour of Oakland Cemetery! 

How would you like to be remembered? Victorians gave considerable thought to this concept.

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.

Imagine looking west beyond the main gates of Oakland to a lush patch of green grass complete with a baseball diamond.

Oakland Members are invited to join us for our Fall Plant Sale Member Preview on Friday, September 26 from 2 PM - 8 PM. Be the first to shop a curated selection of perennials, houseplants, annuals, trees, shrubs, edibles, and more!

Join us for our Fall Plant Sale on Saturday, September 27 from 9 AM - 3 PM. Shop a curated selection of perennials, houseplants, annuals, trees, shrubs, edibles, and more!

Inspired by the Victorian tradition of spending leisurely days in the cemetery, this festival blends history, live music, and family fun in one unique experience.

Capturing the Spirit of Oakland Halloween tours bring to life the stories of some of the cemetery’s notable and notorious residents and allow visitors to experience Oakland Cemetery after dark.

Tickets go on sale for Members on July 1 and on sale to the public July 15.