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SUMMARY:Cemetery office closed in Observance of Good Friday
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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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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
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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
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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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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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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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