History Revealed: Oakland Cemetery Historic Walking Tour

Thursday, October 12, 2023
1:00 am-2:30 pm

To register: Oakland Cemetery Walking Tour 2023

Space is limited to 20, reserve today!

Join experienced tour guide and historian Denise Dunnell Wells on a fascinating outdoor walking tour of Saint Paul’s famous Oakland Cemetery. The tour will feature the resting places of some of Saint Paul’s most famous and infamous personalities. It is all a matter of perspective! Denise will give you an overview of the cemetery’s history, discuss some of its legends, and show us the final resting places of these citizens.

• Tour is outside only – please wear walking shoes and dress for the weather.
• There are some hills on the tour and prepare to be on your feet for two hours.
• There are no restrooms in the cemetery.
• Oakland Cemetery is located at 927 Jackson Street, Saint Paul.
• Please park in the fenced-in lot that is off of Sims and Jackson, by the Main Office.
• We will meet at the green cement block at the beginning of the parking lot.

In case of severe weather, or if you have other questions, please check with RCHS at [email protected]

Denise Dunnell Wells
Denise Dunnell Wells is a former Alexander Ramsey House docent and has led many popular tours of Irvine Park. She has been a history volunteer for over 25 years and currently serves as a volunteer and tour guide for both RCHS and MHS.