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Incorporated in 1875, Olivewood Cemetery is one of the oldest remaining African American cemeteries in Houston, TX. Descendants of Olivewood, Inc is a 501(c)3 dedicated to preserving their final resting place and sharing their stories.
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Join us as we celebrate 150 years of Houston's oldest incorporated African American Cemetery. Tickets are free at Eventbrite.
Poster for "Descendants of Olivewood" event, with a blue background on the left that contains the event details, and a photo of a cemetery on the right. The poster text includes, "DESCENDANTS OF OLIVEWOOD THEIR VISION RESTORED OLIVEWOOD AT 150 NOVEMBER 16, 2025 THE DELUXE THEATER 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM GET YOUR FREE TICKET WHILE THEY LAST" along with a QR code for ticket access. The cemetery scene in the background features an angel statue, obelisk, and headstones scattered throughout the well-kept grounds.
November 6, 2025 at 12:48 PM
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November 1, 2025 Olivewood Cemetery will host a free headstone repair workshop led by our friends at Texas Cemetery Restoration.
Craftspeople engaged in headstone repair, surrounded by tools and stone materials, highlighting the art of restoration. When: November 1, 2025 Time: 9 am-5 pm Where: Olivewood Cemetery in Houston, TX
October 7, 2025 at 5:52 PM