Read in Peace Book Club

Oakwood Read in Peace book club meets on the third Thursday of each month. Join us at 10am in the House of Memory to discuss our most recent book, bring your coffee and a curious mind.

Stroll Through History

This free community event is an informal tour of Historic Oakwood Cemetery covering different topics each month. This monthly event is intended to appeal to first time and dedicated visitors alike.

Opening Day Dia de Oakwood

Historic Oakwood Cemetery 701 Oakwood Ave, Raleigh, NC, United States

Dia de Oakwood a community collaborative event to honor the dead.

Dia de Oakwood- Free screening of Disney’s Coco

Historic Oakwood Cemetery 701 Oakwood Ave, Raleigh, NC, United States

The community is welcome to enjoy the Ofrendas, food trucks, dance and a special screening of Disney's Coco

Last Tours of the Season

Historic Oakwood Cemetery 701 Oakwood Ave, Raleigh, NC, United States

There are few opportunities to be in the cemetery after our gates have closed. We will take full advantage of the season, attendees will see our bio luminescent lichens, learn about cemetery symbolism, and hear about cemetery residents that still make an occasional appearance around the capital.

Free

Last Tours of the Season

Historic Oakwood Cemetery 701 Oakwood Ave, Raleigh, NC, United States

There are few opportunities to be in the cemetery after our gates have closed. We will take full advantage of the season, attendees will see our bio luminescent lichens, learn about cemetery symbolism, and hear about cemetery residents that still make an occasional appearance around the capital.

Free

Dia de Muertos and Catrina Parade

Historic Oakwood Cemetery 701 Oakwood Ave, Raleigh, NC, United States

On the night of Dia de Muertos, the Catrina Parade is the concluding performance

Plein Air Artists of Oakwood Cemetery

Join Program Coordinator and Artist Brianna McCormick the first Thursday of every month rain or shine to draw in Plein Air at Oakwood Cemetery.

Stroll Through History

This free community event is an informal tour of Historic Oakwood Cemetery covering different topics each month. This monthly event is intended to appeal to first time and dedicated visitors alike.

Read in Peace Book Club

Oakwood Read in Peace book club meets on the third Thursday of each month. Join us at 10am in the House of Memory to discuss our most recent book, bring your coffee and a curious mind.

Fall Family Tour

Historic Oakwood Cemetery 701 Oakwood Ave, Raleigh, NC, United States

Looking for a family activity the week of Thanksgiving? Sign the whole family up for a cemetery Tour! Learn about our permanent residents, Raleigh history as well as cemetery art and symbolism. Tours are designed to appeal to all ages and ability levels, if your group needs special accommodations, please call the cemetery office.

Free

Fall Family Tour

Historic Oakwood Cemetery 701 Oakwood Ave, Raleigh, NC, United States

Looking for a family activity the week of Thanksgiving? Sign the whole family up for a cemetery Tour! Learn about our permanent residents, Raleigh history as well as cemetery art and symbolism. Tours are designed to appeal to all ages and ability levels, if your group needs special accommodations, please call the cemetery office.

Free

Fall Family Tour

Historic Oakwood Cemetery 701 Oakwood Ave, Raleigh, NC, United States

Looking for a family activity the week of Thanksgiving? Sign the whole family up for a cemetery Tour! Learn about our permanent residents, Raleigh history as well as cemetery art and symbolism. Tours are designed to appeal to all ages and ability levels, if your group needs special accommodations, please call the cemetery office.

Free

Fall Family Tour

Historic Oakwood Cemetery 701 Oakwood Ave, Raleigh, NC, United States

Looking for a family activity the week of Thanksgiving? Sign the whole family up for a cemetery Tour! Learn about our permanent residents, Raleigh history as well as cemetery art and symbolism. Tours are designed to appeal to all ages and ability levels, if your group needs special accommodations, please call the cemetery office. Please [...]

Free