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SUMMARY:Cemetery office closed in Observance of Good Friday
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URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/cemetery-office-closed-in-observance-of-good-friday/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Office Closings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260405T063000
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SUMMARY:Moravian Easter Sunrise Service
DESCRIPTION:On behalf of the Raleigh Moravian God’s Acre Trustees\, we extend an invitation to our community to attend the Easter Dawn Service in Oakwood. All are welcome. \nIt begins this Easter Morning\, 5th\, April\,  at 6:45 AM in God’s Acre \nAttendees will greet the rising sun beginning with a prelude by a Moravian band of Easter chorales and hymns\, including Beethoven’s Creation Hymn. A short service will follow beginning with the affirmation  “The Lord is Risen!” followed by the response of the worshippers that “The Lord is Risen Indeed!”  \n If attending\, please pull in the front gates and follow the Event directional signs. \nplease park along the side of the road to allow other vehicles to pass.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/moravian-easter-sunrise-service-2/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T110000
DTSTAMP:20251219T133107Z
CREATED:20251219T133107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T133107Z
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SUMMARY:Stroll Through History: Free Cemetery Tour
DESCRIPTION: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.\nAttendees will explore a new section of the cemetery each month. Your guide will share new research as well as old stories not told on our more structured tours.\nStroll through history is a small group tour\, last minute changes to curriculum and route to meet group interests and ability are expected and welcome.\nWhat to bring:\n– Water\n– Weather appropriate clothing\n– Questions about local history\, the cemetery\, and the death industry.\nIf you have any questions\, concerns or if you would like to schedule a private tour for you and/or your family please contact Brianna McCormick at bri@historicoakwood.com or by phone 919-832-6077.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/stroll-through-history-free-cemetery-tour-29/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T191704Z
CREATED:20251219T134051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T191704Z
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SUMMARY:Read in Peace Book Club: A club for the living to discuss the dead
DESCRIPTION:Read in Peace Book Club at Historic Oakwood \nA club for the living to discuss the dead\nOakwood 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.\nThis group is free and open to all. Didn’t read the book? No worries\, stop by and enjoy the conversation.\nEvent signs will be posted to direct attendees\, make sure you arrive via our Oakwood Ave entrance. \nWinter 2026\nJanuary- Next Door to the Dead\, Kathleen Driskell\nFebruary- Everything is Tuberculosis\, John Green\nMarch- The Funeral Ladies of Ellerie County\, Claire Swinarski\nApril- The Secret Life of a Cemetery\, Benoit Gallot \nHave a book suggestion?\nWe are currently working on our book list for the next quarter and would love to hear your recommendations. We are particularly interested in your favorite books related to local history\, the death industry\, cemeteries\, and monumental art.\nPlease email Program Coordinator Brianna McCormick with any suggestions\, questions\, or concerns. Bri@historicoakwood.com
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/read-in-peace-book-club-a-club-for-the-living-to-discuss-the-dead-12/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T110000
DTSTAMP:20251219T133234Z
CREATED:20251219T133234Z
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SUMMARY:Stroll Through History: Free Cemetery Tour
DESCRIPTION: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.\nAttendees will explore a new section of the cemetery each month. Your guide will share new research as well as old stories not told on our more structured tours.\nStroll through history is a small group tour\, last minute changes to curriculum and route to meet group interests and ability are expected and welcome.\nWhat to bring:\n– Water\n– Weather appropriate clothing\n– Questions about local history\, the cemetery\, and the death industry.\nIf you have any questions\, concerns or if you would like to schedule a private tour for you and/or your family please contact Brianna McCormick at bri@historicoakwood.com or by phone 919-832-6077.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/stroll-through-history-free-cemetery-tour-30/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T110000
DTSTAMP:20260401T143226Z
CREATED:20260401T142744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T143226Z
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SUMMARY:They Speak for the Trees: Biologists\, Arborists and Horticulturalists of Oakwood
DESCRIPTION:They Speak for the Trees: Biologists\, Arborists and Horticulturalists of Oakwood\n\nCelebrate Arbor Day at the Arboretum at Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, learn about our grounds\, see our centenarian oaks\, and hear about Oakwood Cemetery residents dedicated to studying the natural world.\nFrom the creation of the North Carolina Museum of Science\, to NC State. This tour includes cemetery founders as well as recent additions\, and explores the impact each scientist had on their field\, the state of North Carolina and the cemetery itself.\n\nTours will start at the cemetery office\, for questions please reach out to bri@historicoakwood.com or call our office 919-832-6077
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/they-speak-for-the-trees-biologists-arborists-and-horticulturalists-of-oakwood/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T150000
DTSTAMP:20260401T143100Z
CREATED:20260401T143100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T143100Z
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SUMMARY:They Speak for the Trees: Biologists\, Arborists and Horticulturalists of Oakwood
DESCRIPTION:They Speak for the Trees: Biologists\, Arborists and Horticulturalists of Oakwood\n\nCelebrate Arbor Day at the Arboretum at Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, learn about our grounds\, see our centenarian oaks\, and hear about Oakwood Cemetery residents dedicated to studying the natural world.\nFrom the creation of the North Carolina Museum of Science\, to NC State. This tour includes cemetery founders as well as recent additions\, and explores the impact each scientist had on their field\, the state of North Carolina and the cemetery itself.\n\nTours will start at the cemetery office\, for questions please reach out to bri@historicoakwood.com or call our office 919-832-6077
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/they-speak-for-the-trees-biologists-arborists-and-horticulturalists-of-oakwood-2/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T185849Z
CREATED:20260401T173149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T185849Z
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SUMMARY:Plein Air Drawing and Painting 
DESCRIPTION:Plein Air Drawing and Painting  \nJoin Program Coordinator and Artist Brianna McCormick the first Thursday of every month rain or shine to draw in Plein Air at Oakwood Cemetery. \nThis event is free and designed for artists of all ages and skill levels. \nWe will meet at the office at 9am and walk together to our location for the day. Bring water\, a chair or blanket and your favorite art supplies\, be prepared to observe and discuss monumental art\, cemetery flora and fauna\, in addition to our panoramic vistas of the city of Raleigh.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/plein-air-drawing-and-painting-17/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plein Air
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T110000
DTSTAMP:20260401T180208Z
CREATED:20260401T180208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T180208Z
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SUMMARY:Stroll Through History: Free Cemetery Tour
DESCRIPTION: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.\nAttendees will explore a new section of the cemetery each month. Your guide will share new research as well as old stories not told on our more structured tours.\nStroll through history is a small group tour\, last minute changes to curriculum and route to meet group interests and ability are expected and welcome.\nWhat to bring:\n– Water\n– Weather appropriate clothing\n– Questions about local history\, the cemetery\, and the death industry.\nIf you have any questions\, concerns or if you would like to schedule a private tour for you and/or your family please contact Brianna McCormick at bri@historicoakwood.com or by phone 919-832-6077.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/stroll-through-history-free-cemetery-tour-31/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T110000
DTSTAMP:20260518T150630Z
CREATED:20260401T192044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T150630Z
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SUMMARY:Read in Peace Book Club: A club for the living to discuss the dead
DESCRIPTION:Hello R.I.P. Book Club\, \n\n    To complement our May title\, The Relocation of Vesta Blonik\, we will be meeting at Dorthia Dix Hospital this week. Woo Hoo!\n\nI put out feelers for a tour guide and the author\, but was unable to find someone for us for Thursday. I am still planning to add a tour of Dix to our calendar; I will send a note as soon as I have a date and time. \n\nFor this Thursday May 21st\, let’s plan to meet at 10am\, the Magnolia Room shelter which is close to the Cemetery and the sunflower field. Initially I thought the House of Many Porches would be a great place to sit\, but the weather is a little iffy for Thursday and we may be grateful for the shelter. \nRead in Peace Book Club at Historic Oakwood \nA club for the living to discuss the dead\nOakwood 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.\nThis group is free and open to all. Didn’t read the book? No worries\, stop by and enjoy the conversation.\nEvent signs will be posted to direct attendees\, make sure you arrive via our Oakwood Ave entrance. \nWhat are we Reading Summer 2026? \nMay\nThe Resettlement of Vesta Blonik\, Denise Smith Cline \nJune\nSomebody is Walking on Your Grave\, Mariana Enriquez \nJuly\nI See You’ve Called in Dead\, John Kennedy \nAugust\nThe American Way of Death Revisited\, Jessica Mitford \nHave a book suggestion?\nWe are currently working on our book list for the next quarter and would love to hear your recommendations. We are particularly interested in your favorite books related to local history\, the death industry\, cemeteries\, and monumental art.\nPlease email Program Coordinator Brianna McCormick with any suggestions\, questions\, or concerns. Bri@historicoakwood.com
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/read-in-peace-book-club-a-club-for-the-living-to-discuss-the-dead-13/
LOCATION:Dorothea Dix Park\, Close to the Sunflower field and Cemetery\, 1700 Umstead Drive\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27603\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T110000
DTSTAMP:20260507T171012Z
CREATED:20260507T171012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T171012Z
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SUMMARY:Honor and Memory: a Memorial Day tour of Historic Oakwood Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a family memorial day activity?\nConsider brining your family on a cemetery tour.\n\n\n\nleaving from the cemetery office at 10am and 2:30pm\nno RSVP required\n\n\n\nJoin us in honoring the memory of Oakwood’s war dead by listening to their stories\, learning about the history of memorial day and remembering the sacrifice American service members make.\n\n\n\nStay for our remembrance service beginning at 4pm in the Field of Honor II.\n\n\nWhat to bring:\n– Water\n– Weather appropriate clothing\n– Questions about local history\, the cemetery\, and the death industry. \nIf you have any questions\, concerns or if you would like to schedule a private tour for you and/or your family please contact Brianna McCormick at bri@historicoakwoodcemetery.com or by phone 919-832-6077.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/honor-and-memory-a-memorial-day-tour-of-historic-oakwood-cemetery-2/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T153000
DTSTAMP:20260507T170820Z
CREATED:20260507T165752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T170820Z
UID:5761-1779719400-1779723000@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Honor and Memory: a Memorial Day tour of Historic Oakwood Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a family memorial day activity?\nConsider brining your family on a cemetery tour.\n\n\n\nleaving from the cemetery office at 10am and 2:30pm\nno RSVP required\n\n\n\nJoin us in honoring the memory of Oakwood’s war dead by listening to their stories\, learning about the history of memorial day and remembering the sacrifice American service members make.\n\n\n\nStay for our remembrance service beginning at 4pm in the Field of Honor II.\n\n\nWhat to bring:\n– Water\n– Weather appropriate clothing\n– Questions about local history\, the cemetery\, and the death industry. \nIf you have any questions\, concerns or if you would like to schedule a private tour for you and/or your family please contact Brianna McCormick at bri@historicoakwoodcemetery.com or by phone 919-832-6077.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/honor-and-memory-a-memorial-day-tour-of-historic-oakwood-cemetery/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T154307Z
CREATED:20260420T170852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T154307Z
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SUMMARY:Memorial Day Remembrance Service
DESCRIPTION:Join us in our Field of Honor II for a Memorial Day commemoration ceremony. \nAttendees can follow the event signs to Field of Honor II and park along the road (please do NOT park on the grass)\, chairs will be provided. \nThis event is rain or shine\, we will hold the service in the mausoleum should their be weather. \nThis event is free and open to the public. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to reach out to info@historicoakwood.com
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/memorial-day-remembrance-service/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T230000
DTSTAMP:20260602T164048Z
CREATED:20260401T180515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T164048Z
UID:5619-1779962400-1780009200@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Stroll Through History: Free Cemetery Tour
DESCRIPTION: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.\nAttendees will explore a new section of the cemetery each month. Your guide will share new research as well as old stories not told on our more structured tours.\nStroll through history is a small group tour\, last minute changes to curriculum and route to meet group interests and ability are expected and welcome.\nWhat to bring:\n– Water\n– Weather appropriate clothing\n– Questions about local history\, the cemetery\, and the death industry.\nIf you have any questions\, concerns or if you would like to schedule a private tour for you and/or your family please contact Brianna McCormick at bri@historicoakwood.com or by phone 919-832-6077.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/stroll-through-history-free-cemetery-tour-32/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T185849Z
CREATED:20260401T173416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T185849Z
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SUMMARY:Plein Air Drawing and Painting 
DESCRIPTION:Plein Air Drawing and Painting  \nJoin Program Coordinator and Artist Brianna McCormick the first Thursday of every month rain or shine to draw in Plein Air at Oakwood Cemetery. \nThis event is free and designed for artists of all ages and skill levels. \nWe will meet at the office at 9am and walk together to our location for the day. Bring water\, a chair or blanket and your favorite art supplies\, be prepared to observe and discuss monumental art\, cemetery flora and fauna\, in addition to our panoramic vistas of the city of Raleigh.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/plein-air-drawing-and-painting-18/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plein Air
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T180000
DTSTAMP:20260602T164043Z
CREATED:20260420T190128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T164043Z
UID:5730-1780682400-1780682400@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
SUMMARY:First Friday Cemetery Tour
DESCRIPTION:First Friday Cemetery Tour \nJoin us June through October for an evening tour of the cemetery. \n$10 per person\, ticket sales go toward monument preservation \nTours meet at the front gate beginning at 6pm\, our tour leaves promptly at 6:30. \nAttendees will hear stories of some of Oakwood’s famous and infamous residents. \nWhat to bring:\n– Water\n– Weather appropriate clothing\n– Questions about local history\, the cemetery\, and the death industry. \nIf you have any questions\, concerns or if you would like to schedule a private tour for you and/or your family please contact Brianna McCormick at bri@historicoakwoodcemetery.com or by phone 919-832-6077.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/first-friday-cemetery-tour-11/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T153208Z
CREATED:20260401T192309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T153208Z
UID:5668-1781776800-1781780400@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Read in Peace Book Club: A club for the living to discuss the dead
DESCRIPTION:Read in Peace Book Club at Historic Oakwood \nA club for the living to discuss the dead\nOakwood 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.\nThis group is free and open to all. Didn’t read the book? No worries\, stop by and enjoy the conversation.\nEvent signs will be posted to direct attendees\, make sure you arrive via our Oakwood Ave entrance. \nWhat are we Reading Summer 2026? \nMay\nThe Resettlement of Vesta Blonik\, Denise Smith Cline \nJune\nSomebody is Walking on Your Grave\, Mariana Enriquez \nJuly\nI See You’ve Called in Dead\, John Kennedy \nAugust\nThe American Way of Death Revisited\, Jessica Mitford \nHave a book suggestion?\nWe are currently working on our book list for the next quarter and would love to hear your recommendations. We are particularly interested in your favorite books related to local history\, the death industry\, cemeteries\, and monumental art.\nPlease email Program Coordinator Brianna McCormick with any suggestions\, questions\, or concerns. Bri@historicoakwood.com
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/read-in-peace-book-club-a-club-for-the-living-to-discuss-the-dead-14/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T110000
DTSTAMP:20260602T164039Z
CREATED:20260401T181616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T164039Z
UID:5626-1782381600-1782385200@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Stroll Through History: Free Cemetery Tour
DESCRIPTION: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.\nAttendees will explore a new section of the cemetery each month. Your guide will share new research as well as old stories not told on our more structured tours.\nStroll through history is a small group tour\, last minute changes to curriculum and route to meet group interests and ability are expected and welcome.\nWhat to bring:\n– Water\n– Weather appropriate clothing\n– Questions about local history\, the cemetery\, and the death industry.\nIf you have any questions\, concerns or if you would like to schedule a private tour for you and/or your family please contact Brianna McCormick at bri@historicoakwood.com or by phone 919-832-6077.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/stroll-through-history-free-cemetery-tour-34/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T103000
DTSTAMP:20260629T180456Z
CREATED:20260420T184211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T180456Z
UID:5724-1782896400-1782901800@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Oakwood and the Gettysburg Dead
DESCRIPTION:In recognition of the 163rd anniversary of the battle of Gettysburg join us for a tour of civil war graves. \nTickets are a $10 donation per person (donations contribute toward monument preservation) \nHave you ever wondered how our Gettysburg dead found their way back to North Carolina? Hear about death care for civil war veterans\, learn how they identified civil war dead and who was responsible for their care when they arrived home. \nThis tour will start at the Oakwood cemetery office and we will spend about an hour on the grounds. \nWhat to bring:\n– Water\n– Weather appropriate clothing\n– Questions about local history\, the cemetery\, and the death industry. \nIf you have any questions\, concerns or if you would like to schedule a private tour for you and/or your family please contact Brianna McCormick at bri@historicoakwood.com or by phone 919-832-6077.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/oakwood-and-the-gettysburg-dead/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T185849Z
CREATED:20260401T174525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T185849Z
UID:5600-1782982800-1782990000@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Plein Air Drawing and Painting 
DESCRIPTION:Plein Air Drawing and Painting  \nJoin Program Coordinator and Artist Brianna McCormick the first Thursday of every month rain or shine to draw in Plein Air at Oakwood Cemetery. \nThis event is free and designed for artists of all ages and skill levels. \nWe will meet at the office at 9am and walk together to our location for the day. Bring water\, a chair or blanket and your favorite art supplies\, be prepared to observe and discuss monumental art\, cemetery flora and fauna\, in addition to our panoramic vistas of the city of Raleigh.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/plein-air-drawing-and-painting-19/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plein Air
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T160000
DTSTAMP:20260629T143800Z
CREATED:20260629T143706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T143800Z
UID:5851-1783065600-1783094400@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
SUMMARY:The cemetery Office is closed in honor of Independence day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/the-cemetery-office-is-closed-in-honor-of-independence-day/
LOCATION:NC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T193000
DTSTAMP:20260602T164002Z
CREATED:20260422T180338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T164002Z
UID:5739-1783101600-1783107000@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
SUMMARY:First Friday Cemetery Tour
DESCRIPTION:First Friday Cemetery Tour \nJoin us June through October for an evening tour of the cemetery. \n$10 per person\, ticket sales go toward monument preservation \nAttendees should utilize street parking outside the cemetery. \nTours meet at the front gate beginning at 6pm\, our tour leaves promptly at 6:30. \nAttendees will hear stories of some of Oakwood’s famous and infamous residents. \nWhat to bring:\n– Water\n– Weather appropriate clothing\n– Questions about local history\, the cemetery\, and the death industry. \nIf you have any questions\, concerns or if you would like to schedule a private tour for you and/or your family please contact Brianna McCormick at bri@historicoakwoodcemetery.com or by phone 919-832-6077.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/first-friday-cemetery-tour-13/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T110000
DTSTAMP:20260602T163956Z
CREATED:20260401T181756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T163956Z
UID:5629-1783591200-1783594800@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Stroll Through History: Free Cemetery Tour
DESCRIPTION: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.\nAttendees will explore a new section of the cemetery each month. Your guide will share new research as well as old stories not told on our more structured tours.\nStroll through history is a small group tour\, last minute changes to curriculum and route to meet group interests and ability are expected and welcome.\nWhat to bring:\n– Water\n– Weather appropriate clothing\n– Questions about local history\, the cemetery\, and the death industry.\nIf you have any questions\, concerns or if you would like to schedule a private tour for you and/or your family please contact Brianna McCormick at bri@historicoakwood.com or by phone 919-832-6077.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/stroll-through-history-free-cemetery-tour-35/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T153101Z
CREATED:20260401T192516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T153101Z
UID:5671-1784196000-1784199600@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Read in Peace Book Club: A club for the living to discuss the dead
DESCRIPTION:Read in Peace Book Club at Historic Oakwood \nA club for the living to discuss the dead\nOakwood 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.\nThis group is free and open to all. Didn’t read the book? No worries\, stop by and enjoy the conversation.\nEvent signs will be posted to direct attendees\, make sure you arrive via our Oakwood Ave entrance. \nWhat are we Reading Summer 2026? \nMay\nThe Resettlement of Vesta Blonik\, Denise Smith Cline \nJune\nSomebody is Walking on Your Grave\, Mariana Enriquez \nJuly\nI See You’ve Called in Dead\, John Kennedy \nAugust\nThe American Way of Death Revisited\, Jessica Mitford \nHave a book suggestion?\nWe are currently working on our book list for the next quarter and would love to hear your recommendations. We are particularly interested in your favorite books related to local history\, the death industry\, cemeteries\, and monumental art.\nPlease email Program Coordinator Brianna McCormick with any suggestions\, questions\, or concerns. Bri@historicoakwood.com
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/read-in-peace-book-club-a-club-for-the-living-to-discuss-the-dead-15/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Club
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T185849Z
CREATED:20260401T175442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T185849Z
UID:5612-1786006800-1786014000@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Plein Air Drawing and Painting 
DESCRIPTION:Plein Air Drawing and Painting  \nJoin Program Coordinator and Artist Brianna McCormick the first Thursday of every month rain or shine to draw in Plein Air at Oakwood Cemetery. \nThis event is free and designed for artists of all ages and skill levels. \nWe will meet at the office at 9am and walk together to our location for the day. Bring water\, a chair or blanket and your favorite art supplies\, be prepared to observe and discuss monumental art\, cemetery flora and fauna\, in addition to our panoramic vistas of the city of Raleigh.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/plein-air-drawing-and-painting-24/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plein Air
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T193000
DTSTAMP:20260602T163931Z
CREATED:20260422T181003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T163931Z
UID:5742-1786125600-1786131000@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
SUMMARY:First Friday: Evening Cemetery Tour
DESCRIPTION:First Friday Cemetery Tour \nJoin us June through October for an evening tour of the cemetery. \n$10 per person\, ticket sales go toward monument preservation \nAttendees should utilize street parking outside the cemetery. \nTours meet at the front gate beginning at 6pm\, our tour leaves promptly at 6:30. \nAttendees will hear stories of some of Oakwood’s famous and infamous residents. \nWhat to bring:\n– Water\n– Weather appropriate clothing\n– Questions about local history\, the cemetery\, and the death industry. \nIf you have any questions\, concerns or if you would like to schedule a private tour for you and/or your family please contact Brianna McCormick at bri@historicoakwoodcemetery.com or by phone 919-832-6077.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/first-friday-evening-cemetery-tour/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T110000
DTSTAMP:20260602T163921Z
CREATED:20260401T182116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T163921Z
UID:5635-1786615200-1786618800@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Stroll Through History: Free Cemetery Tour
DESCRIPTION: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.\nAttendees will explore a new section of the cemetery each month. Your guide will share new research as well as old stories not told on our more structured tours.\nStroll through history is a small group tour\, last minute changes to curriculum and route to meet group interests and ability are expected and welcome.\nWhat to bring:\n– Water\n– Weather appropriate clothing\n– Questions about local history\, the cemetery\, and the death industry.\nIf you have any questions\, concerns or if you would like to schedule a private tour for you and/or your family please contact Brianna McCormick at bri@historicoakwood.com or by phone 919-832-6077.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/stroll-through-history-free-cemetery-tour-37/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T153004Z
CREATED:20260401T181936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T153004Z
UID:5632-1787220000-1787223600@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Read in Peace Book Club: A club for the living to discuss the dead
DESCRIPTION:Read in Peace Book Club at Historic Oakwood \nA club for the living to discuss the dead\nOakwood 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.\nThis group is free and open to all. Didn’t read the book? No worries\, stop by and enjoy the conversation.\nEvent signs will be posted to direct attendees\, make sure you arrive via our Oakwood Ave entrance. \nWhat are we Reading Summer 2026? \nMay\nThe Resettlement of Vesta Blonik\, Denise Smith Cline \nJune\nSomebody is Walking on Your Grave\, Mariana Enriquez \nJuly\nI See You’ve Called in Dead\, John Kennedy \nAugust\nThe American Way of Death Revisited\, Jessica Mitford \nHave a book suggestion?\nWe are currently working on our book list for the next quarter and would love to hear your recommendations. We are particularly interested in your favorite books related to local history\, the death industry\, cemeteries\, and monumental art.\nPlease email Program Coordinator Brianna McCormick with any suggestions\, questions\, or concerns. Bri@historicoakwood.com \n 
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/stroll-through-history-free-cemetery-tour-36/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Club
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T110000
DTSTAMP:20260602T163856Z
CREATED:20260401T182319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T163856Z
UID:5638-1787824800-1787828400@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Stroll Through History: Free Cemetery Tour
DESCRIPTION: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.\nAttendees will explore a new section of the cemetery each month. Your guide will share new research as well as old stories not told on our more structured tours.\nStroll through history is a small group tour\, last minute changes to curriculum and route to meet group interests and ability are expected and welcome.\nWhat to bring:\n– Water\n– Weather appropriate clothing\n– Questions about local history\, the cemetery\, and the death industry.\nIf you have any questions\, concerns or if you would like to schedule a private tour for you and/or your family please contact Brianna McCormick at bri@historicoakwood.com or by phone 919-832-6077.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/stroll-through-history-free-cemetery-tour-38/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T185849Z
CREATED:20260401T174842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T185849Z
UID:5604-1788426000-1788433200@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Plein Air Drawing and Painting 
DESCRIPTION:Plein Air Drawing and Painting  \nJoin Program Coordinator and Artist Brianna McCormick the first Thursday of every month rain or shine to draw in Plein Air at Oakwood Cemetery. \nThis event is free and designed for artists of all ages and skill levels. \nWe will meet at the office at 9am and walk together to our location for the day. Bring water\, a chair or blanket and your favorite art supplies\, be prepared to observe and discuss monumental art\, cemetery flora and fauna\, in addition to our panoramic vistas of the city of Raleigh.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/plein-air-drawing-and-painting-20/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plein Air
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