Oakwood University: Shutterbug Workshop

Swimming in a sea of history...

NIAGARA FALLS, NY (Oakwood Cemtery) - Our latest installment of Kratts Korner brings us face to face with two great names in American Civil Rights.  A trip to Rochester's Mount Hope Cemetery for research gives us another reason to be proud of our Western New York heritage.

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Coming Soon! Info on a new book.

Homan Walsh is one of our more popular permanent residents.

Memorial Day 2013, Monday May 27, 10:30am

Is she, or isn't she?

NIAGARA FALLS, NY  (Oakwood Cemetery) - For decades the rumours have persisted.  Does Oakwood contain the remains of Mary Todd Lincoln's Aunt?  Is she related?  Is it just folklore?  For any of you genealogical sleuths out there, here is your chance to step up and show us what you're made of.  There is even a small prize in it for you!  Check our Michelle Kratts' latest story and let us know you think.

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