Historic Oakwood Cemetery - Raleigh

Historic Oakwood Cemetery - Raleigh A park-like cemetery nestled into the historic Oakwood neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. Our gates are o Herein lie nearly 1,500 Confederate soldiers.

Founded in 1869, Historic Oakwood Cemetery is located a short walking distance from the North Carolina State Capitol and the magnificent Governor's Mansion. The cemetery is the eastern boundary of the Oakwood National Historic District which contains one of the largest collections of Victorian-era homes in the country. Historic Oakwood Cemetery contains a special area within its 72 acres, the Conf

ederate Cemetery, located on the original two and one-half acres given for that purpose by Henry Mordecai in 1867. Adjoined with the Confederate Cemetery is the impressive House of Memory. Erected in 1935 its bronze memorial plaques recognize the many North Carolina service men and women who have served our country in times of conflict.

09/07/2026
Every fall, Burning Coal Theatre presents a series of short plays from Raleigh and Triangle playwrights as outdoor theat...
09/05/2026

Every fall, Burning Coal Theatre presents a series of short plays from Raleigh and Triangle playwrights as outdoor theatre.

From the Ground Up, written and directed by Robert Kaufman, introduces audiences to the men and women who laid the groundwork for Raleigh’s vibrant arts scene that we know today!

For tickets and more information please visit: https://burningcoal.org/oakwood-and-history-plays/

Not up for a walking tour of the cemetery?Make like Cinderella and book a coach!This vehicle sits 5 people in addition t...
09/04/2026

Not up for a walking tour of the cemetery?
Make like Cinderella and book a coach!

This vehicle sits 5 people in addition to the tour guide, and allows passengers to see more of the property.

Seating is limited, secure your tickets by following the link below:

Enjoy a tour of the grounds from the comfort of our cemetery coach.

Our Last tours of the season are coming up, October 28th and 29th from 6:60-7:30Join us for an evening tour of Historic ...
08/31/2026

Our Last tours of the season are coming up, October 28th and 29th from 6:60-7:30

Join us for an evening tour of Historic Oakwood Cemetery
See our fluorescing Lichen, hear about our notorious residents and experience Oakwood after dark.
RSVP required: https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/events/month/2026-10/

08/29/2026

Meet the playwright and director of this year's Oakwood Cemetery Series: FROM THE GROUND UP. Robert Kaufman is no stranger to the local theatre scene and has been involved with past Burning Coal Oakwood and KidsWrite productions, as well as various other shows in the area. It's good to have you part of the team, Robert!

Come see FROM THE GROUND UP at Historic Oakwood Cemetery - Raleigh
📍Oakwood Cemetery, 701 Oakwood Ave | Raleigh, NC.
🗓 September 18 - 27, 2026
🎟 Get your tickets here: https://burningcoal.org/oakwood-and-history-plays/

To learn what made this monument so controversial, and to whom, join us for a cemetery tour.Save the date!Friday, Septem...
08/29/2026

To learn what made this monument so controversial, and to whom, join us for a cemetery tour.

Save the date!
Friday, September 4th, leaving from the gate at 6:30pm
Thursday October 8th and 22nd, leaving from the office at 10am
Sunday October 25th, leaving from the office at 10am
Wednesday October 28th, leaving from the gate at 6:30pm
Thursday October 29th, leaving from the gate at 6:30

For tickets and additional information visit our events calendar: https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/events/month/2026-09/

Historic Oakwood is the final resting place for many politicians, artists, and local characters big and small. In YOUR ...
08/27/2026

Historic Oakwood is the final resting place for many politicians, artists, and local characters big and small.
In YOUR OPINION who is the most famous person buried at Historic Oakwood Cemetery?

08/27/2026

Join us next month for Burning Coal's annual Oakwood Cemetery Series, featuring "From the Ground Up", by Robert Kaufman.
🗓September 18 - 27, 2026
🎟Find out more and get your tickets here: https://burningcoal.org/oakwood-and-history-plays/

Written and directed by Robert Kaufman, "From the Ground Up" introduces audiences to the men and women who laid the groundwork for Raleigh’s vibrant arts scene that we know today!

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701 Oakwood Avenue
Raleigh, NC
27601

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 3pm

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+19198326077

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