Join Us for a Tour
Beautiful scenery. Legendary tales. Open to all.
In summer, Forest Home Cemetery & Arboretum offers a variety of tours to the public. From bicycle tours to art and symbolism to stories of notable women, there are many to choose from based on your interest. Space is limited. We encourage you to reserve your spot in advance.
Upcoming Public Tours & Events
Advanced registration is required, as space is limited.
Volunteer opportunity: Place flags on veterans' graves
Help us honor our heroes by placing flags at the graves of military veterans who have served from the War of 1812 to the present
Walking tour: Smokers, Drinkers and Troublemakers
Meet some of Forest Home Cemetery's most colorful residents!
Walking tour: Milwaukee's Original Influencers
Discover the extravagant lives and discerning tastes of Milwaukee's wealthy industrialists and patrons of the arts and learn their stories.
Walking tour: Pioneering Spirits – Celebrating Women of the 1800s
Meet the women who made significant contributions in various fields, challenging societal norms and advocating for women's rights
Volunteer opportunity: Place flags on veterans' graves
Help us honor our heroes by placing flags at the graves of military veterans who have served from the War of 1812 to the present
Walking tour: Milwaukee's Memorable Mothers
Reflect on the resilience, determination, and indomitable spirit that fueled the achievements Milwaukee's remarkable women
Volunteer opportunity: Place flags on veterans' graves
Help us honor our heroes by placing flags at the graves of military veterans who have served from the War of 1812 to the present
Volunteer opportunity: Public planting day
Help us make Forest Home Cemetery beautiful before Memorial Day!
Volunteer opportunity: Monument cleaning
Learn to safely clean and restore historic monuments at Forest Home Cemetery
Volunteer opportunity: Place flags on veterans' graves
Help us honor our heroes by placing flags at the graves of military veterans who have served from the War of 1812 to the present
Volunteer opportunity: Place flags on veterans' graves
Help us honor our heroes by placing flags at the graves of military veterans who have served from the War of 1812 to the present
Birding event: Wisconsin Metro Audubon Society
Come on a bird walk through our historic cemetery with Wisconsin Metro Audubon Society. It's free - for all levels of bird enthusiasts!
Walking tour: Over There – Milwaukee and the Great War
Forest Home Cemetery is the final resting place of over one hundred veterans of World War I, including pioneering General Billy Mitchell
Public event: Memorial Day at Forest Home Cemetery
Honor the dearly departed and journey back in time to meet some notable Milwaukee residents at our free, family-friendly event
Walking tour: Milwaukee History
This free tour explores the history of the cemetery and visits the graves of many early Milwaukeeans who helped build Milwaukee in the 1800s
Walking tour: Hidden Narratives - Tales of the Uncelebrated
Learn the captivating stories of individuals who, though not famous, have left an indelible mark on the city's history
Walking tour: Trees of Forest Home
Whether a nature lover, history buff or someone seeking solace in the midst of greenery, our tour offers a fun escape into Mother Nature.
Walking tour: Those who Dared - Milwaukee’s Suffragists
Learn about the Milwaukee women (and men) who fought for their right to vote.
Summer Soulstice Celebration
An evening of nature, art and magic celebrating the coming of summer at Forest Home Cemetery and Arboretum
Volunteer opportunity: Pick up flags from veterans' graves
Please help pick up the thousands of flags after 4th of July
Walking tour: Eternal Legacies - Milwaukee's Politicians and Cultural Icons
Historian and author Bob Giese highlights the city's prominent leaders, from pioneering politicians to cultural icons.
Trailblazers & Tombstones - Women of Milwaukee and their political legacy
Get ready to explore the untold stories of some of the courageous pioneers and legendary figures buried at Forest Home Cemetery
Guardians of the Green - Milwaukee’s Naturalists and Conservationists
Explore the treasured legacies of the environmental stewards who envisioned Milwaukee's parks, gardens and green spaces
Book a guided tour or be your own guide
Private tours
Want a deeper understanding of an event in Milwaukee’s history or a specific topic? Book a private tour with one of our experts throughout the year.
Book a tourSelf-guided tours
We’ve developed a guide for you to visit Forest Home Cemetery & Arboretum at your leisure. Check out the interactive map and start exploring.
Learn MoreWe’re always looking for volunteers!
Forest Home Cemetery & Arboretum needs committed volunteers to lead tours, staff special events and work in the gardens. Come learn the cemetery’s rich history and share with others.