Oakland in the News

A nighttime scene with a historic monument illuminated in red and white lights. The monument features the word "COKE" prominently displayed on its side. Several people are walking or standing nearby, and trees frame the scene against a dark blue sky.
A woman with short hair and sunglasses talking on a vintage payphone mounted on a tree at a park. There is a wooden sign with the words 'Atlantic Wind Phone' on it, attached to the tree. Sunlight filters through green leaves in the background.

Atlanta Wind Phone a natural fit in permanent home at Oakland Cemetery

AJC

March 4, 2026

Illumine lights up Atlanta’s Oakland Cemetery for the 19th year

AJC

April 17, 2026

A woman in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet, standing in front of two vintage tombstones in a cemetery, smiling and looking to her left.

Til Death Do Us Part: America’s Most Spooky and Hauntingly Romantic Wedding Venues

Los Angeles Times

October 31, 2025

A graveyard with tall trees and old stone mausoleums, some with statues, under a partly cloudy sky with a city skyline and industrial buildings in the background.
People dressed in traditional Mexican Day of the Dead costumes with skull makeup, colorful flowers, and elaborate headpieces at a celebration or parade.

Oakland Cemetery’s annual Día de los Muertos festival honors life, death and cultural connection

ArtsATL

October 27, 2025

Why they’re breathing new life into an Atlanta Cemetery

CBS Evening News

October 30, 2025

A cemetery with various tombstones and graves, surrounded by trees with green and pink foliage, and a white wall in the background under a blue sky.

For the first time in 145 years, you can reserve a spot at Oakland Cemetery

AJC

September 27, 2025

Children sitting at tables on a covered outdoor balcony, listening to a man standing and talking, with city buildings and trees visible in the background.

Oakland Cemetery’s summer programming offers something for everyone

Rough Draft Atlanta

June 18, 2025

Woman in athletic gear running a race with her dog dressed in a superhero cape. They are near the finish line with signs indicating the finish, on a rainy day.

A Love Letter to Oakland Cemetery

Atlanta Magazine

August 7, 2025

A bald man wearing a dark suit, light blue shirt, and patterned tie, smiling in front of a gray background.

40 Under 40: Meet Richard Harker, Historic Oakland Foundation

Atlanta Business Chronicle

May 14, 2025

Illuminated display of colorful quilt blocks projected onto a building's wall at night.

‘Illumine’ illuminates Oakland Cemetery with light, artistic visions

AJC

April 21, 2025

Purple flowers in a grassy area of a park with trees and statues in the background.

5 Beautiful Botanical Gardens Across the Country with African American Roots

Sisters from AARP

May 9, 2025

Night scene of large wooden letters spelling 'VAYNE' on a grassy area with trees and pathway, illuminated by small ground lights.

Oakland Cemetery’s ‘Illumine’ shines brightly in its 18th year

ArtsATL

April 18, 2025

A historic building with stone architecture illuminated in purple light, and a vintage white car parked in front, also bathed in purple lighting, under a cloudy night sky.

Cat Eye Creative and Oakland Cemetery partner for this year's 'Illumine' experience

WABE

April 14, 2025

Large illuminated sign for Illuminate, an event in Oakland, April 17-20 and April 24-27, featuring a swirling multicolor graphic.

Illumine returns to Oakland Cemetery with installations by Atlanta artists

Rough Draft Atlanta

April 16, 2025

Group of six diverse people at a ribbon-cutting ceremony, holding large scissors and smiling.

Oakland Cemetery unveils new accessible Visitor Center

Rough Draft Atlanta

April 16, 2025

A white church with arched windows and a tall bell tower, surrounded by trees with autumn leaves, under a clear blue sky.

Oakland Cemetery viewed as one of GA’s most treasured historic sites

News Channel 6 ABC

May 21, 2024

Exterior of the Oakland Visitor Center with modern brick architecture and a clear blue sky.

Oakland Cemetery’s new front door officially arrives

Urbanize Atlanta

April 4, 2025

A group of people gathered outdoors under a large leafy tree on a sunny day, with some wearing hats and sunglasses, listening to a woman in a long floral dress holding an umbrella and speaking.

As Juneteenth is celebrated, DEI is rolled back in Georgia and beyond

WABE

June 19, 2024

A bride and groom walk hand in hand through a cemetery at sunset, smiling at each other.

A New Life Started Where Others Are Laid to Rest

The New York Times

October 31, 2025

A hill with a small stone chapel at the top, surrounded by trees and colorful flowers, with visitors walking along a path in front.

When Did Cemeteries Become Tourist Attractions and Hot-Date Spots?

The Wall Street Journal

September 27, 2024