Volunteer
At South-View Cemetery, volunteers are essential partners in preserving one of Atlanta’s most significant historic landscapes. Founded in 1886, South-View is the final resting place of civic leaders, educators, entrepreneurs, artists, and veterans whose lives shaped the city and the nation. Through service, our volunteers help ensure that these stories are honored, protected, and shared with future generations.
Why Volunteer?
Volunteering at South-View Cemetery is both meaningful and rewarding. Whether you are passionate about history, genealogy, horticulture, community engagement, or cultural preservation, there is a place for you here. Our volunteers contribute their time and talents in a variety of ways, including:
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Assisting with guided tours and public programs
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Supporting archival and research initiatives
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Helping with landscape and beautification projects
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Providing event support for commemorations and special gatherings
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Serving as ambassadors who welcome visitors and share the cemetery’s legacy
Every hour of service directly supports the ongoing care, restoration, and interpretation of this historic site.
The Volunteer Experience
Becoming a South-View volunteer means joining a dedicated community committed to stewardship and service. Volunteers receive training tailored to their roles, opportunities to deepen their knowledge of local and African American history, and invitations to volunteer appreciation events throughout the year.
Beyond the work itself, volunteering offers the chance to connect with others who value heritage, community, and meaningful engagement. Many of our volunteers find that their time at South-View becomes not only service, but a source of inspiration and lasting friendships.
Make an Impact
South-View Cemetery stands as a testament to resilience, achievement, and remembrance. With your help, we can continue to preserve its monuments, maintain its grounds, and share the powerful stories held within its gates.
We invite you to become part of the South-View volunteer community, and to help safeguard this historic treasure for generations to come.