Events Calendar
Lakewood has served as a community gathering place for more than 150 years. We continue this proud tradition by inviting the public to enjoy our beautiful grounds and architectural treasures, and to explore meaningful ways to grieve and remember. All are welcome to attend any of our events. You do not need to be affiliated with Lakewood in any way.
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Events Calendar
Spring Equinox Tea Ceremony and Grief Circle
Explore the meditative and peaceful properties of the historic tradition of tea rituals. This powerful experience will allow time for reflection and contemplation on grief and loss.
Spring Equinox Tea Ceremony and Grief Circle
Explore the meditative and peaceful properties of the historic tradition of tea rituals. This powerful experience will allow time for reflection and contemplation on grief and loss.
Volunteer Training
Become a Lakewood Welcome Team volunteer! Join us for training on Sunday, March 24 from 1-3 PM.
Music in the Chapel: Jarrelle Barton
Join Lakewood Cemetery as we welcome Jarrelle Barton to the beautiful and historic Lakewood Memorial Chapel.
Embodying Grief Through Song
Join song leader, death educator, ceremonialist, Sarina Partridge and Anne Murphy in an exploration of embodiment, grief, and song.
Lakewood Book Club: Dear Edward by Ann Napolitano
Join Lakewood and funeral celebrant Emily Stacken for a conversation on the book "Dear Edward" by Ann Napolitano. This month's book is a coming-of-age novel that illustrates all the ways a broken heart learns to love again.
Spring Birding at Lakewood
Join Lakewood for a peaceful Sunday morning stroll to learn more about birding in the cemetery.
Lakewood Trolley Tour
Join Lakewood for a guided trolley tour across our 250 acres of beautiful and historic land.
Creative Phone Photography
From its beautiful monuments to its unique architectural spaces, Lakewood inspires photographers. Join us as we learn more about framing compelling scenes using your phone's camera.
Music in the Chapel: Mila Vocal Ensemble
Join Lakewood Cemetery as we welcome Mila Vocal Ensemble to the beautiful and historic Lakewood Memorial Chapel.
Mother’s Day 2024
Join Lakewood this Mother's Day as we honor and remember mothers and mother figures who are loved and missed. Pick up a free pink carnation and a ribbon for the Living Memory Tree.
Resonant Reflection: A Sound Meditation
Join Lakewood for a healing sound meditation in the historic Lakewood Memorial Chapel, hosted by Thomasina and Bob Fisk of Waking Nomad.
Memorial Day 2024
Save the date for this treasured tradition. Join Lakewood for this special day of remembrance and commemoration.
Ceremony | 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Celebration and Activities | Noon - 4 p.m.
Wednesday Evening Free Walking Tour
Join Lakewood for a peaceful evening walking tour as we explore some of our buildings, learn more about Lakewood history, and walk around our oldest section.
Music in the Chapel: J.E. Sunde
Join Lakewood Cemetery as we welcome J.E. Sunde to the beautiful and historic Lakewood Memorial Chapel.
Father’s Day 2024
On this day we honor fathers and father figures who are loved and missed. White roses will be available to everyone at no cost, while supplies last.
Summer Solstice Tea Ceremony and Grief Circle
Explore the meditative and peaceful properties of the historic tradition of tea rituals. This powerful experience will allow time for reflection and contemplation on grief and loss.
Music in the Chapel: Too Old Cat
Join Lakewood Cemetery as we welcome Too Old Cat to the beautiful and historic Lakewood Memorial Chapel.
Lakewood Book Club: Briefly Perfectly Human by Alua Arthur
Join Lakewood and funeral celebrant Emily Stacken for a conversation on the book "Briefly Perfectly Human" by Alua Arthur. This month's book is a memoir that reframes how we think about death, written by America’s most visible death doula.
What is a Death Doula?
Join Lakewood and the Minnesota Death Collaborative for a special panel presentation with end-of-life doulas Janet Brown, Patricia Harmon, and Michelle Kolling.
Music in the Chapel: Red Thread
Join Lakewood Cemetery as we welcome Red Thread to the beautiful and historic Lakewood Memorial Chapel.
Music in the Chapel: 10th Wave
Join Lakewood Cemetery as we welcome 10th Wave to the beautiful and historic Lakewood Memorial Chapel.
Lantern Lighting Celebration 2024
Save the date for 2024!
Music in the Chapel: Amanda Grace + Friends
Join Lakewood Cemetery as we welcome Amanda Grace + Friends to the beautiful and historic Lakewood Memorial Chapel.
Lakewood Book Club: The Milk Hours by John James
Join Lakewood and funeral celebrant Emily Stacken for a conversation on the book "The Milk Hours" by John James. This month's book is the author's debut poetry collection about loss, the intimacy of art and dreams, and the vulnerable space of new life.
Fall Colors Celebration 2024
Save the date for 2024!
Music in the Chapel: Twin Cities Hardingfelelag
Join Lakewood Cemetery as we welcome Twin Cities Hardingfelelag to the beautiful and historic Lakewood Memorial Chapel.
Music in the Chapel: The OK Factor
Join Lakewood Cemetery as we welcome The OK Factor to the beautiful and historic Lakewood Memorial Chapel.
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