2nd Annual Oconee Hill Cemetery Walking Tour

Sun, 26 Oct, 2025 at 06:00 am UTC-04:00

Oconee Hill Cemetery | Athens

Athens Historical Society
Publisher/HostAthens Historical Society
2nd Annual Oconee Hill Cemetery Walking Tour
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The Athens Historical Society is excited to return to Oconee Hill Cemetery for another guided tour this year. Building on the success of last year’s event, we’re partnering with cemetery staff and volunteers to improve the experience for attendees, including better managing tour group sizes and addressing sound quality concerns. We look forward to another memorable and engaging walk through Athens’ rich history.
The historic Oconee Hill Cemetery is located in Athens, Georgia adjacent to the University of Georgia campus. The cemetery was established in 1856 and is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The cemetery features impressive landscape architecture, decorative funerary markers, distinctive cast-iron fencing, a rare through-truss bridge, and a Sexton’s House of architectural significance. The cemetery is also known for its scenic beauty, including grassy and wooded rolling terrain, flowing water, and scenic vistas. The cemetery is home to many notable Georgians including governors, University presidents, veterans, and Congressmen.

October 26th at 6:00pm
Free, $5 Suggested Donation
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Oconee Hill Cemetery, 297 Cemetery St,Athens, Georgia, United States

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