Cassie C.
2/22/2017
As a genealogist I've tromped through hundreds of cemeteries, but Oakdale has always been my favorite. Oakdale during the spring is every bit as much of a garden as it is a cemetery. It explodes...
Oakdale Cemetery
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520 N 15th St
Wilmington, NC 28401
Oakdale Cemetery, located in Wilmington, NC, is a historic burial ground that has been preserving the city's history since its establishment in 1852. Spanning approximately 100 acres, Oakdale Cemetery is not only a final resting place for many individuals, but also a captivating outdoor museum and arboretum, showcasing a diverse range of funerary art and symbolism. With its ornate monuments, stained glass, and towering flora, Oakdale Cemetery offers a serene and inspiring environment for visitors to explore and reflect upon the city's past.
Established in 2005, the Friends of Oakdale Cemetery is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the preservation and maintenance of this treasured 19th-century cemetery. Through their capital campaign, the Friends of Oakdale Cemetery strive to ensure that Oakdale remains a cherished landmark for generations to come, embodying the rich history and wonder of Wilmington, NC.
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4.55 reviews
Fred B.
11/24/2016
I've lost count of the number of times we've visited this beautiful, historic cemetery, probably 7 or 8 times. It's a peaceful place, large in space with lots of trees, narrow roads, with a bit of...
Chantell L.
4/15/2013
I probably saw "Gone with the Wind" too many times growing because I just get tickled by anything Southern and Civil War related. Oakdale just oozes all sorts of historical Southern charm. It's...
Carpe Diem J.
5/22/2017
If you have time while visiting Wilmington, this is a VERY interesting place to visit! One of the Groundskeepers was extremely helpful in answering our questions, and in making sure we didn't...
jerrilynn s.
7/16/2014
We decided to look at the cemetery after seeing it as a historical place in the travel guides. Their website has a section explaining the symbology of the funerary arts. We started driving through...
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