2020 Events
Jan 1, 2020 to Dec 31, 2020In response to the COVID-19 Pandemic; community events and tours have been cancelled until further notice
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.
Exploring Mountain View Cemetery
Jan 11, 2020 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour highlighting the people, architecture, beauty and history of Mountain View Cemetery by Jane Leroe.
Specialty Tour - Symbolism
Jan 25, 2020 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour by Dennis Evanosky. Subject: Railroads and Civil War notables
Exploring Mountain View Cemetery
Feb 8, 2020 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour highlighting the people, architecture, beauty and history of Mountain View Cemetery by Gia White.
Specialty Tour - Black History
Feb 22, 2020 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 Flood Jackson.
Exploring Mountain View Cemetery
Mar 14, 2020 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour highlighting the people, architecture, beauty and history of Mountain View Cemetery by Ron Bachman.
suspended till further notice in response to the pandemic.
15th Annual Tower Chapel Tulip Exhibition - Cancelled
Mar 27, 2020 10:00 AM to Mar 29, 2020 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 28, 2020 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)
Apr 4, 2020 to Apr 5, 2020Ching Ming is indicated on the Chinese calendar by the two characters: ching, meaning pure or clean and ming, meaning brightness. Observed date is April 5.
Exploring Mountain View Cemetery
Apr 11, 2020 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour highlighting the people, architecture, beauty and history of Mountain View Cemetery by Barbara Gibson.
suspended till further notice in response to the pandemic.
Free Photos with the Easter Bunny - Cancelled
Apr 11, 2020 12:00 PM to Apr 11, 2020 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 25, 2020 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour by Chris Pattillo.
suspended till further notice in response to the pandemic.
Exploring Mountain View Cemetery
May 9, 2020 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour highlighting the people, architecture, beauty and history of Mountain View Cemetery. Tour led by Barbara Smith.
Specialty Tour - Coming & Going
May 23, 2020 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour by Ruby Long.
99th Annual Memorial Day Commemoration Program - Cancelled
May 25, 2020 10:00 AMPresentation of colors, salute to the fallen, and guest speakers
cancelled in response to the pandemic
Specialty Tour - Memorial Day Civil War Plot (led by Dennis Evanosky)
May 25, 2020 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 13, 2020 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour highlighting the people, architecture, beauty, and history of Mountain View Cemetery. Tour led by Ron Bachman.
Bay Area Guitar Master Series
Jun 14, 2020 02:00 PM to Jun 14, 2020 04:00 PMWith Yuri Liberzon. Free event.
https://www.ericsymonspresents.com/bay-area-guitar-masters-series.html
Specialty Tour - CA Gold Rush and Railroad
Jun 27, 2020 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour by Dennis Evanosky.
Exploring Mountain View Cemetery
Jul 11, 2020 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour highlighting the people, architecture, beauty and history of Mountain View Cemetery. Tour led by Carolyn Kemp.
Bay Area Guitar Master Series
Jul 12, 2020 02:00 PM to Jul 12, 2020 04:00 PMWith Eric Symons. Free event.
https://www.ericsymonspresents.com/bay-area-guitar-masters-series.html
Specialty Tour - Transportation
Jul 25, 2020 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour by Gia White.
Exploring Mountain View Cemetery
Aug 8, 2020 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour highlighting the people, architecture, beauty and history of Mountain View Cemetery
Bay Area Guitar Master Series
Aug 16, 2020 02:00 PM to Aug 16, 2020 04:00 PMWith Marc Teicholz. Free event.
https://www.ericsymonspresents.com/bay-area-guitar-masters-series.html
Specialty Tour - Mayor's Tour
Aug 22, 2020 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour by Michael Colbruno.
Exploring Mountain View Cemetery
Sep 12, 2020 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour by Barbara Gibson, highlighting the people, architecture, beauty and history of Mountain View Cemetery.
Movie Night On The Green
Sep 19, 2020 07:00 PM to Sep 19, 2020 09:30 PMFREE EVENT
Screening at Sunset.
Bring your own blanket, fold-up chairs, and your picnic basket!
Come, have fun and enjoy the movie with your family
Specialty Tour
Sep 26, 2020 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour with Gia White. Subject TBD
Exploring Mountain View Cemetery
Oct 10, 2020 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour highlighting the people, architecture, beauty and history of Mountain View Cemetery. Tour led by Sarah Calhoun.
Specialty Tour - Founders and Faculty of UC Berkeley
Oct 24, 2020 10:00 AMFree tour led by docents Ron and Jane
15th Pumpkin Festival
Oct 31, 2020 12:00 PM to Oct 31, 2020 03:00 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, 2020 to Nov 30, 2020Stop by and admire the colorful leaves of our redwood and oak trees.
Exploring Mountain View Cemetery
Nov 14, 2020 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour highlighting the people, architecture, beauty and history of Mountain View Cemetery by Jane Leroe.
Specialty Tour - Symbolism
Nov 28, 2020 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour by Sandy Rauch.
Free Photos with Santa!
Dec 6, 2020 12:00 PM to Dec 6, 2020 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 6, 2020 03:00 PM to Dec 6, 2020 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.
Specialty Tour - Olmsted & Oakland Notables
Dec 12, 2020 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour by Chris Pattillo.
Specialty Tour
Dec 26, 2020 10:00 AMFree docent-led tour. Subject TBD