Kennesaw City Cemetery Walking Tour Highlights History

The Atlanta Preservation Center leads a 90-minute tour of Kennesaw's historic cemetery.

Mar. 21, 2026 at 5:00pm

The Atlanta Preservation Center is hosting a 90-minute walking tour of the Kennesaw City Cemetery on Saturday, March 21, 2026. The tour will cover the history of the cemetery, which has been the final resting place for many of Kennesaw's most important citizens since 1863, as well as recent updates and future plans for the site.

Why it matters

The Kennesaw City Cemetery is an important historical site that provides insight into the development of the Kennesaw community over the past 150+ years. The walking tour offers an opportunity for locals and visitors to learn about the city's past and honor the legacy of its founding residents.

The details

During the tour, attendees will learn about the notable Kennesaw residents buried in the cemetery and their contributions to shaping the modern community. The tour will also cover recent improvements made to the cemetery grounds as well as future plans for the site.

  • The walking tour takes place on Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 1 pm to 2:30 pm.

The players

The Atlanta Preservation Center

A non-profit organization dedicated to preserving Atlanta's historic buildings, neighborhoods, and cultural resources.

Kennesaw City Cemetery

A historic cemetery that has been the final resting place for many of Kennesaw's most important citizens since 1863.

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What’s next

If the event is full, interested participants can register for the waitlist to be notified if a spot becomes available.

The takeaway

The Kennesaw City Cemetery walking tour provides a unique opportunity to learn about the history and evolution of the Kennesaw community through the lens of its historic cemetery, which has served as the final resting place for many of the city's most influential residents over the past century and a half.