Join the Conservancy
The Conservancy not only works to preserve this serene green space located on a bluff above the Ocmulgee River, it also preserves a cultural landmark, filled with sculptures and monuments. Your membership supports the Conservancy's efforts.
Year-round events and programs entertain and educate the public and preserve the cemetery's historic relevance to modern culture. In addition, the 501(c)(3) non-profit Conservancy raises funds to secure the long-term stability of the cemetery.
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May 18, 2:30 P.M
Memorial Day Ceremony
In partnership with local military organizations, we ceremoniously honor veterans of the United States armed forces, both living and deceased. This annual program includes a reading of the names of veterans interred during the previous twelve months, a dramatic presentation of the life of a veteran buried in the cemetery, wreath-laying by members of local lineage societies, and a keynote address.
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October 16-19 and 23-26
Spirits in October
This guided tour puts a human face on history for hundreds of visitors who enjoy seeing actors in costume at grave side bring history to life. We will present "Tales of the Notable and Notorious" during our seventh annual Spirits in October tour the weekends of October 16-19 and 23-26. Spirits in October is not a scary ghost tour. It's about honoring and sharing the stories of the fascinating people who came before us to make Macon what it is today.
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December 13, 12 Noon
Wreaths Across America
We hope you will join Riverside Cemetery for a wreath laying ceremony to honor all of our fallen heroes.
Our goal this year is to place 1,000 wreaths on the graves of our veterans! If you would like to sponsor a wreath to be laid at the grave of a US Military veteran at our cemetery on National Wreaths Across America Day, please click on Sponsor a Wreath at upper right corner and insert our Location/ID when prompted at check out: GAHRCC1
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Interested in volunteering?
If you would like to lend your time and talents while enjoying this serene, beautiful, historic green space, please let us know by emailing riversidecemeteryvolunteers@gmail.com or filling out the online form.
Past and current volunteers have developed and led tours, enacted at graveside, hosted receptions, decorated, served on the board of directors, painted murals, participated in wreath laying ceremonies, helped with landscaping and clean up, and taken pictures!
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