Exploring Mountain View Cemetery
Jan 12, 2019 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour highlighting the people, architecture, beauty and history of Mountain View Cemetery. Tour led by Jane Leroe.
Specialty Tour - Symbolism
Jan 26, 2019 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour by Sandy Rauch.
Exploring Mountain View Cemetery
Feb 9, 2019 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour by Ron Bachman, highlighting the people, architecture, beauty and history of Mountain View Cemetery.
Specialty Tour - Black History Month
Feb 23, 2019 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour by Sarah Calhoun & Gia White, highlights the lives of community leaders such as; Captain Wm. Shorey, Alonzo & Jennie Prentiss, and Lydia Flord Jackson.
Exploring Mountain View Cemetery, Docent Tour
Mar 9, 2019 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour highlighting the people, architecture, beauty and history of Mountain View Cemetery. Tour led by Carolyn Kemp.
14th Annual Tower Chapel Tulip Exhibition
Mar 22, 2019 10:00 AM to Mar 24, 2019 04:00 PMWalk amidst spectacular floral arrangements created by Bay Area florists, garden clubs, and local college floral design classes. Floral arrangement demonstration daily at 2p.m. Free event!
Specialty Tour - Women's History Month
Mar 23, 2019 10:00 AMFree docent tour highlighting the lives of influential women such as Julia Morgan, Ina Coolbrith, and Anna Head. Led by Jane Leroe & Michael Colbruno.
Ching Ming Festival (Remembrance of Ancestors)
Mar 30, 2019 to Mar 31, 2019Ching Ming is indicated on the Chinese calendar by the two characters: ching, meaning pure or clean and ming, meaning brightness. Enjoy complimentary Asian pastries all weekend long as we observe this annual Chinese tradition. Observed date is April 5.
Exploring Mountain View Cemetery
Apr 13, 2019 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour highlighting the people, architecture, beauty and history of Mountain View Cemetery. Tour led by Ruby Long.
Free Photos with the Easter Bunny
Apr 14, 2019 12:00 PM to Apr 14, 2019 03:00 PMFamilies can bring their children to have a complimentary photo taken with the Easter Bunny in our Tower Chapel
Specialty Tour - The Trees of Mountain View Cemetery
Apr 27, 2019 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour by Chris Pattillo.
Exploring Mountain View Cemetery
May 11, 2019 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour highlighting the people, architecture, beauty, and history of Mountain View Cemetery. Tour led by Barbara Gibson.
Specialty Tour - Coming & Going
May 25, 2019 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour by Ruby Long.
98th Annual Memorial Day Commemoration Program
May 27, 2019 10:00 AMPresentation of colors, salute to the fallen, and guest speakers
Specialty Tour - Memorial Day Civil War Plot (led by Dennis Evanosky)
May 27, 2019 11:30 AMDennis, who has also led tours at the Pardee Home and Oakland’s Preservation Park, gives a general tour with special emphasis on the Civil War and the role Californians played in the conflict.
Exploring Mountain View Cemetery
Jun 8, 2019 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour by Ron Bachman.
Bay Area Guitar Master Series
Jun 9, 2019 02:00 PM to Jun 9, 2019 04:00 PMWith Eric Symons. Free event.
https://www.ericsymonspresents.com/bay-area-guitar-masters-series.html
Specialty Tour - CA Gold Rush and Railroad
Jun 22, 2019 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour by Dennis Evanosky.
Bay Area Guitar Master Series
Jul 7, 2019 02:00 PM to Jul 7, 2019 04:00 PMWith Marc Teicholz. Free event.
https://www.ericsymonspresents.com/bay-area-guitar-masters-series.html
Exploring Mountain View Cemetery
Jul 13, 2019 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour by Gia White.
Specialty Tour - Transportation
Jul 27, 2019 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour by Gia White.
Exploring Mountain View Cemetery
Aug 10, 2019 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour by Ruby Long.
Bay Area Guitar Master Series
Aug 18, 2019 02:00 PM to Aug 18, 2019 04:00 PMWith Yuri Liberzon. Free event.
https://www.ericsymonspresents.com/bay-area-guitar-masters-series.html
Specialty Tour - Mayor's Tour
Aug 24, 2019 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour by Michael Colbruno.
Exploring Mountain View Cemetery
Sep 14, 2019 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour by Ron Bachman.
Movie Night On The Green
Sep 14, 2019 07:00 PM to Sep 14, 2019 09:30 PM
Specialty Tour - Food Tour
Sep 28, 2019 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour by Barbara Gibson & Jane Leroe.
Exploring Mountain View Cemetery
Oct 12, 2019 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour by Barbara Gibson.
Specialty Tour - Symbolism
Oct 19, 2019 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour by Sandy Rauch.
14th Pumpkin Festival
Oct 26, 2019 12:00 PMCelebrate Halloween at our fun-filled pumpkin patch meadow, with free pumpkins, activities, onsite food trucks, and treats for the kids! - 12noon – 3pm
Fall Foliage Display
Nov 1, 2019 to Nov 30, 2019Stop by and admire the colorful leaves of our redwood and oak trees.
Exploring Mountain View Cemetery
Nov 9, 2019 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour by Jane Leroe.
Specialty Tour - Olmsted & Oakland Notables
Nov 23, 2019 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour by Chris Pattillo.
Free Photos with Santa!
Dec 1, 2019 12:00 PM to Dec 1, 2019 03:00 PMJoin us at the Tower Chapel for FREE photos with Santa. Children of all ages are welcome. Enjoy arts and crafts and refreshments.
Annual Holiday Remembrance Tree and Lighting
Dec 1, 2019 03:00 PM to Dec 1, 2019 05:00 PMCome by and decorate a personal holiday ornament in remembrance of your loved one and hang it on our remembrance tree. The tree lighting ceremony starts promptly at 5PM.
Exploring Mountain View Cemetery
Dec 14, 2019 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour.
Specialty Tour
Dec 28, 2019
2019 Events
At Mountain View Cemetery, we offer family-friendly events and activities year-round. Each of our free, docent-led tours meets in front of the administrative office 15 min before 10AM and lasts about two hours. Many tours involve walking up steep hills.* *Please note: scheduled tours and events are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information and details, visit our website at www.mountainviewcemetery.org.
