Oakdale Cemetery Tours
Historical walking tours of North Carolina’s oldest rural cemetery
No Reservations or Pre-Ticket Sales are required unless noted in tour description
September 20, 2025 (Saturday) – FLASHLIGHT TOUR
Given by local historians, Dr. Chris Fonvielle, Robin Triplett and Hunter Ingram. Each of these historians will lead you through the cemetery and speak about the history of Oakdale, Civil War veterans, Funerary Art as well as a taste of Oakdale’s prominent citizens. Tour is from 6:30 pm till 8:30 pm. Cost is $20.00 per person and you must supply your own flashlight. Tours are cancelled in the event of inclement weather.
October 18, 2025 (Saturday)
Given by Superintendent, Eric Kozen. Mr. Kozen will lead you on a journey through Oakdale and will delight you with many tales of those interred in the cemetery. Learn some local history and interesting facts from the Superintendent who knows every square inch of Oakdale. Tour is from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Cost of the tour is $10.00 per person. Tours are cancelled in the event of inclement weather.
