'The Garden Cemetery Movement' with Marcy Breffle

Garden cemeteries developed in the early 19th century to meet two public demands: the need for burial space and the need for recreation space. Presenting an idealized view of nature, these unique burial sites were popular destinations to escape the bustle of city life. While open to the public, these landscapes reveal that not all were welcome on the grounds. Join Marcy Breffle, Education Manager at Atlanta’s Oakland Cemetery, for a behind-the-stones look at the garden cemetery movement.