Arts Advocacy Breakfast
The Historic Douglass Theatre
June 19, 2014
 

Riverside Cemetery is proud to join with other arts organizations to present a tasty sampling of youth arts for this occasion.  We will present four spirits, Mabel White channeled by Sarah Pyles, Wallace Cole Hogan, Sr. channeled by William Staton, Ella Lee DeHaven channeled by Holly Bean, and Isaac Hardeman channeled by James Rigby.

 
 
 
 
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.

 
Become a member by joining online or sending us a Membership Form.
July 19, 9 A.M.
Volunteer Orientation

We are excited to invite you to our next Volunteer Orientation at the Historic Riverside Gatehouse located at 1301 Riverside Drive. Plan to come to a brief overview of our events and present needs and take a mini stroll through the beautiful grounds. 
 
 
 
Photo by D. J. Dammann
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. 

Photo by Maryann Bates
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

Photo by Mark Thompson
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 [email protected] 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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