Notable African Americans of the 19th CenturyOld City Cemetery holds the stories of nearly 20,000 residents buried here for the past 215 years. Old City Cemetery Researcher Angelica Walker shares some of her favorite stories of African American “residents” of Old City Cemetery who made their mark on Lynchburg’s robust history prior to the turn […]
Get into the spirit of the season at Old City Cemetery, where you'll find our grounds dressed up in our holiday best. Lynchburg author Jessica Ward will be serving up treats from her grave garden inspired cookbook, "Food To Live For," which will be available for purchase in our gift shop along with many other […]
OCC Board President Ray Dinstel has worked in the insurance industry for 40 years, but his passions are reading, history and research. Before the age of computers, his mother was an avid family genealogist, and Ray has carried on her work of documenting his family's history through genealogical study. On January 21 at 10 am, […]
Back by popular demand, Orchard Owner John Hoskins demonstrates the process of apple tree grafting. You'll get to graft and take home two of your very own apple trees, plus a grafting tool. There are 2 sessions - 9am & 11am. Tickets are $40 and must be reserved in advance. Be sure to follow us […]
As the United Negro College Fund slogan states, "A mind is a terrible thing to waste." Historian Angelica Walker will bring to life several African American educators buried on the Old City Cemetery grounds in this tour and share how they expanded children's thinking and opened their minds to new ideas. Tickets $10. Reservations preferred.
As the United Negro College Fund slogan states, "A mind is a terrible thing to waste." Historian Angelica Walker will bring to life several African American educators buried on the Old City Cemetery grounds in this tour and share how they expanded children's thinking and opened their minds to new ideas. Tickets $10. Reservations preferred.
Kick off a weekend of celebration at Old City Cemetery! Back by popular demand, Lynchburg native pianist Isaac Williams & his jazz combo will perform in the Early Memorial Shrub Garden on June 16th, from 6 to 8 pm. Seating will be available under a shaded canopy. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy […]
Join Rosarian Sue Reeves on a tour of the History & Horticulture of Antique Roses. $10/person, advance reservation required. Tickets
Join Whitney Chauta for a tour of our Herb Garden and to learn about the uses of medicinal herbs throughout history, and today! Tickets are $10 GET TICKETS
On Saturday, July 22nd from 11 - 3, join Old City Cemetery for a day of family-friendly fun, with hands-on history & horticulture activities. ALL CEMETERY BUILDINGS & EXHIBITS WILL BE OPEN! Plus, historical reenactors from the American Revolution & Civil War, Victorian-era games, living history characters at various stations on the grounds, composting, pollinator […]
All events are sponsored by the Southern Memorial Association.
Please contact us for more information about the Old City Cemetery or any of these events.
SEASONS IN THE CEMETERY
Peak of Bloom for Antique Roses: Last two weeks of May
Peak of Bloom for Lotus Pond: July and August
Peak of Fall Foliage: Last two weeks of October
Peak of Bird Population: First week of June
Peak of Butterfly Population: August
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