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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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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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SUMMARY:The cemetery Office is closed in honor of Independence day
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URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/the-cemetery-office-is-closed-in-honor-of-independence-day/
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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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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T110000
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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-35/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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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. \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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