Explore Lakewood Series
Since 1871 Lakewood’s park-like grounds have been a place where anyone can visit and reflect in a peaceful and quiet space, connected with nature, art, and history.
We created the Explore Lakewood series to offer guided opportunities to connect with our grounds and get to know us a little better.
Discover the natural and historic treasures of this unique urban sanctuary. Connect with nature by learning about birding at Lakewood, explore your creative side and take a photography class, or learn about Lakewood’s history through guided tours and events.
All are welcome to attend any of our events. You do not need to be affiliated with Lakewood in any way.
Events Calendar
Exhibition: “An Opening” by Andrew Grum Carr
View this one-of-a-kind exhibition at the Lakewood Welcome Center.
March Death Cafe at Lakewood
Explore conversations around death and dying at this new event in the Lakewood Welcome Center.
Art Exhibit: Recycling and Repurposing the Flowers of Lakewood by Diana Eicher
Visit the Lakewood Welcome Center to view the final project by Artist in Residence Diana Eicher.
Opening Reception: Recycling and Repurposing the Flowers of Lakewood by Diana Eicher
Join us for the opening of Recycling and Repurposing the Flowers of Lakewood, a powerful and poetic exhibition that breathes new life into the beauty of remembrance.
Community Grief Ritual with the Twin Cities Grief Collective (3/21)
The Twin Cities Grief Collective hosts this monthly drop-in grief event where you can share your grief, or just listen, in a safe group environment.
Giving Voice to Grief Series, Returning and Retelling
A singing and sounding circle led by Lakewood Artist in Residence Sarah M. Greer.
Writing Letters to the Dead
Explore the intersections of grief and letter writing with Postal Service for the Dead.
Music in the Chapel: Dan Israel
Join Lakewood Cemetery as we welcome Dan Israel for an hour-long performance of expressive music inside the Memorial Chapel.
April Death Cafe at Lakewood
Explore conversations around death and dying at this new event in the Lakewood Welcome Center.
Community Grief Ritual with the Twin Cities Grief Collective (4/18)
The Twin Cities Grief Collective hosts this monthly drop-in grief event where you can share your grief, or just listen, in a safe group environment.
Birdwatching 101: Getting Started and Getting Better
Discover how easy it is to get started or to get better at birdwatching at this fun and informative presentation. Learn how to ID local birds, set up a bird…
April Evening Birding at Lakewood
Experience the joys of birding in Lakewood Cemetery by joining this informative group walk, led by local educator Amy Simso Dean.
Artist in Residence Talk and Welcome Reception
Join Lakewood as we welcome the second cohort of our Artist in Residence program. This special evening includes a talk and reception.
Closing Reception: Recycling and Repurposing the Flowers of Lakewood by Diana Eicher
Join us for the closing of Recycling and Repurposing the Flowers of Lakewood, a powerful and poetic exhibition that breathes new life into the beauty of remembrance.
April Morning Birding at Lakewood
Experience the joys of birding in Lakewood Cemetery by joining this informative group walk, led by local educator Amy Simso Dean.
Music in the Chapel: Turn Turn Turn
Join Lakewood Cemetery as we welcome Turn Turn Turn for an hour-long performance of expressive music inside the Memorial Chapel.
Discover Lakewood: Walking Tour
Join us for a peaceful walking tour that explores some of Lakewood's rich history, architectural treasures, and connections to our community.
Storied Women of History – Lakewood Walking Tour
Join us for a peaceful walking tour that explores some of Lakewood's notable women and the history of their lives and legacies.
Mother’s Day Mini-Floral Memorials
Create a one-of-a-kind mini floral bouquet in honor of the mom's who are loved and missed.
Doors Open Minneapolis
Explore Lakewood's stunning spaces as part of Doors Open Minneapolis 2026. See the breathtaking mosaics inside our historic Memorial Chapel and the innovative features of our state-of-the-art Welcome Center.
Built to Remember: The Architecture of Lakewood Walking Tour
Join us for a peaceful walking tour that explores some of Lakewood's most impressive buildings and the history that surround them.
Roots of Resilience: Black Minnesotans – Lakewood Walking Tour
Join us for a peaceful walking tour that explores some of Lakewood's notable black Minnesotans and the history of their lives and legacies.
Community Grief Ritual with the Twin Cities Grief Collective (5/16)
The Twin Cities Grief Collective hosts this monthly drop-in grief event where you can share your grief, or just listen, in a safe group environment.
May Morning Birding at Lakewood
Experience the joys of birding in Lakewood Cemetery by joining this informative group walk, led by local educator Amy Simso Dean.
Legacy Trees of Lakewood: Public Walking Tour
Discover the living legacy rooted within the historic grounds of Lakewood on this immersive arboretum tour.
May Death Cafe at Lakewood
Explore conversations around death and dying at this new event in the Lakewood Welcome Center.
Leading the Way: Remarkable Firsts – Lakewood Walking Tour
Join us for a peaceful walking tour that explores some of Lakewood's surprising firsts and the legacies they left behind.
Memorial Day 2026
Save the date for Memorial Day at Lakewood. Ceremony details and afternoon activities will be announced this spring!
Discover Lakewood: Trolley Tour
Hop aboard the trolley and enjoy a guided tour of Lakewood's 250 acres of park-like beauty and storied history.
Minnesota Made: Artists and Performers – Lakewood Walking Tour
This guided tour explores the final resting places of renowned painters, influential musicians, and celebrated writers whose work left a lasting mark on the arts.
Discover Lakewood: Walking Tour
Join us for a peaceful walking tour that explores some of Lakewood's rich history, architectural treasures, and connections to our community.
Storied Women of History – Lakewood Walking Tour
Join us for a peaceful walking tour that explores some of Lakewood's notable women and the history of their lives and legacies.
Yoga Reflect
Enjoy a meditative yoga session, guided by a Yoga Sanctuary instructor, on the lawn by Lakewood's new Welcome Center.
Music in the Chapel: Twin Cities Gay Men’s Chorus: Borealis
Join Lakewood Cemetery as we welcome The Twin Cities Gay Men's Chorus: Borealis for an hour-long performance of expressive music inside the Memorial Chapel.
Built to Remember: The Architecture of Lakewood Walking Tour
Join us for a peaceful walking tour that explores some of Lakewood's most impressive buildings and the history that surround them.
Roots of Resilience: Black Minnesotans – Lakewood Walking Tour
Join us for a peaceful walking tour that explores some of Lakewood's notable black Minnesotans and the history of their lives and legacies.
Yoga Reflect
Enjoy a meditative yoga session, guided by a Yoga Sanctuary instructor, on the lawn by Lakewood's new Welcome Center.
Legacy Trees of Lakewood: Public Walking Tour
Discover the living legacy rooted within the historic grounds of Lakewood on this immersive arboretum tour.
June Death Cafe at Lakewood
Explore conversations around death and dying at this new event in the Lakewood Welcome Center.
Leading the Way: Remarkable Firsts – Lakewood Walking Tour
Join us for a peaceful walking tour that explores some of Lakewood's surprising firsts and the legacies they left behind.
Yoga Reflect
Enjoy a meditative yoga session, guided by a Yoga Sanctuary instructor, on the lawn by Lakewood's new Welcome Center.
Honoring Father’s Day
Join Lakewood the Saturday before Father's Day as we honor fathers and father figures who are loved and missed. White roses will be available to everyone at no cost, while supplies last.
Community Grief Ritual with the Twin Cities Grief Collective (6/20)
The Twin Cities Grief Collective hosts this monthly drop-in grief event where you can share your grief, or just listen, in a safe group environment.
Discover Lakewood: Trolley Tour
Hop aboard the trolley and enjoy a guided tour of Lakewood's 250 acres of park-like beauty and storied history.
Minnesota Made: Artists and Performers – Lakewood Walking Tour
This guided tour explores the final resting places of renowned painters, influential musicians, and celebrated writers whose work left a lasting mark on the arts.
Yoga Reflect
Enjoy a meditative yoga session, guided by a Yoga Sanctuary instructor, on the lawn by Lakewood's new Welcome Center.
June Morning Birding at Lakewood
Experience the joys of birding in Lakewood Cemetery by joining this informative group walk, led by local educator Amy Simso Dean.
Yoga Reflect
Enjoy a meditative yoga session, guided by a Yoga Sanctuary instructor, on the lawn by Lakewood's new Welcome Center.
Music in the Chapel: Mwago Kuria
Join Lakewood Cemetery as we welcome Mwago Kuria for an hour-long performance of expressive music inside the Memorial Chapel.
July Death Cafe at Lakewood
Explore conversations around death and dying at this new event in the Lakewood Welcome Center.
Yoga Reflect
Enjoy a meditative yoga session, guided by a Yoga Sanctuary instructor, on the lawn by Lakewood's new Welcome Center.
Community Grief Ritual with the Twin Cities Grief Collective (7/18)
The Twin Cities Grief Collective hosts this monthly drop-in grief event where you can share your grief, or just listen, in a safe group environment.
Yoga Reflect
Enjoy a meditative yoga session, guided by a Yoga Sanctuary instructor, on the lawn by Lakewood's new Welcome Center.
Yoga Reflect
Enjoy a meditative yoga session, guided by a Yoga Sanctuary instructor, on the lawn by Lakewood's new Welcome Center.
Yoga Reflect
Enjoy a meditative yoga session, guided by a Yoga Sanctuary instructor, on the lawn by Lakewood's new Welcome Center.
Music in the Chapel: Flutes and Low
Join Lakewood Cemetery as we welcome Flutes and Low for an hour-long performance of expressive music inside the Memorial Chapel.
Yoga Reflect
Enjoy a meditative yoga session, guided by a Yoga Sanctuary instructor, on the lawn by Lakewood's new Welcome Center.
Community Grief Ritual with the Twin Cities Grief Collective (8/15)
The Twin Cities Grief Collective hosts this monthly drop-in grief event where you can share your grief, or just listen, in a safe group environment.
August Death Cafe at Lakewood
Explore conversations around death and dying at this new event in the Lakewood Welcome Center.
Yoga Reflect
Enjoy a meditative yoga session, guided by a Yoga Sanctuary instructor, on the lawn by Lakewood's new Welcome Center.
Yoga Reflect
Enjoy a meditative yoga session, guided by a Yoga Sanctuary instructor, on the lawn by Lakewood's new Welcome Center.
September Death Cafe at Lakewood
Explore conversations around death and dying at this new event in the Lakewood Welcome Center.
Music in the Chapel: Dòrain
Join Lakewood Cemetery as we welcome Dòrain for an hour-long performance of expressive music inside the Memorial Chapel.
Lantern Lighting Celebration 2026
Save the date for this popular community memorialization event in September.
September Morning Birding at Lakewood
Experience the joys of birding in Lakewood Cemetery by joining this informative group walk, led by local educator Amy Simso Dean.
Music in the Chapel: Gao Hong & Anthony Ross
Join Lakewood Cemetery as we welcome Gao Hong for an hour-long performance of poetic music inside the Memorial Chapel.
October Morning Birding at Lakewood
Experience the joys of birding in Lakewood Cemetery by joining this informative group walk, led by local educator Amy Simso Dean.
October Death Cafe at Lakewood
Explore conversations around death and dying at this new event in the Lakewood Welcome Center.
Community Grief Ritual with the Twin Cities Grief Collective (10/17)
The Twin Cities Grief Collective hosts this monthly drop-in grief event where you can share your grief, or just listen, in a safe group environment.
Fall Colors Celebration
Get inspired by our arboretum at Lakewood's fall-festival event with live music, art, and walking tours that celebrate the beauty of trees.
Music in the Chapel: Peter Pisano
Join Lakewood Cemetery as we welcome Peter Pisano for an hour-long performance of expressive music inside the Memorial Chapel.
November Death Cafe at Lakewood
Explore conversations around death and dying at this new event in the Lakewood Welcome Center.
Community Grief Ritual with the Twin Cities Grief Collective (11/21)
The Twin Cities Grief Collective hosts this monthly drop-in grief event where you can share your grief, or just listen, in a safe group environment.
Music in the Chapel: Lux String Quartet
Join Lakewood Cemetery as we welcome Lux String Quartet for an hour-long performance of expressive music inside the Memorial Chapel.
December Death Cafe at Lakewood
Explore conversations around death and dying at this new event in the Lakewood Welcome Center.
Community Grief Ritual with the Twin Cities Grief Collective (12/19)
The Twin Cities Grief Collective hosts this monthly drop-in grief event where you can share your grief, or just listen, in a safe group environment.
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