Oakland Cemetery is one of the largest cemetery green spaces, in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. Founded as Atlanta Cemetery in 1850 on six acres (2.4 hectares) of land southeast of the city, it was renamed in 1872 to reflect the large number of oak and magnolia trees growing in the area. By that time, the city had grown and the cemetery had enlarged correspondingly to the current 48 acres (190,000 m2). Since then, Atlanta has continued to expand so that the cemetery is now located in the center of the city. Oakland is an excellent example of a Victorian-style cemetery, and reflects the "garden cemetery" movement started and exemplified by Mount Auburn Cemetery in Massachusetts.Put Oakland Cemetery into our Atlanta trip maker site to see other points of interest to visit during your vacation in Atlanta.
The original 6 acres (24,000 m2) of Oakland remains one of the oldest historical plots of land in Atlanta, most of the rest of the city having been burned in 1864. Because of its age and location, the cemetery directly reflects the history and changing culture of the City of Atlanta and the significant events it has seen. Names of Atlanta streets, buildings, parks, subdivisions, and more can be found within the cemetery gates. An estimated 70,000 people are interred at Oakland, and while the last plots were sold in 1884, there are still regular burials today. These are largely conducted on family-owned plots or areas owned by Atlanta (one of the most recent being former mayor Maynard Jackson, whose plot was contributed by the city).
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It was such a beautiful place and seeing all the ancient headstones and knowing some were hundreds of years old impressed my grandchild.
It was such a beautiful place and seeing all the ancient headstones and knowing some were hundreds of years old impressed my grandchild. more »
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The Oakland Cemetery is beautiful and historical whether you take a guided tour which is so interesting or just wander on your own, Great place to picnic and meet friends.
The Oakland Cemetery is beautiful and historical whether you take a guided tour which is so interesting or just wander on your own, Great place to picnic and meet friends. more »
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Amazing that I lived in the Atlanta area for 33 years (1978 - 2011) and have now just visited Oakland. Great history and famous "residents" here. Also, great places to eat within walking distance!!
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What a wonderful place. So much history and very unique mausoleums. I love how they’re turning it into a Park. If you have time it’s Worth photographing.
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