Forest Home Cemetery & Arboretum is located in Milwaukee’s historic Lincoln Village neighborhood on nearly 200 acres of natural, old-growth beauty and is a certified arboretum. Surrounded by world-renowned architecture and historic works of art that span centuries, this is a place waiting to be explored.

Location:

2405 W Forest Home Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53215

Grounds Hours:

Gates Open/Close Daily:

7:30am - 7pm

Events

Join Us at Our Next Event and Help Support Our Historic Space

Events are a great way to enjoy the wonder of Forest Home and help support this historic site. Take a look at our upcoming calendar and sign up for our newsletter to stay informed on future events.

2026 Summer Soulstice

Join our annual fundraising event on June 18 for candlelit mausoleum tours, horse-drawn carriage rides, an elegant garden dinner, live auction, and a paddle raise supporting the preservation of this irreplaceable landscape. Click here for an event schedule.

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Public, Private & Self-Guided Tours

Start exploring, and you’re guaranteed to discover something special

Every few steps, you’ll find a name, and every one of them tells a story—from great industrialists to infamous figures to war veterans, women trailblazers, civil rights leaders and loved ones from all walks of life. Forest Home Cemetery & Arboretum is not only a place to discover. It’s a place to be remembered.
Public Tours are available at Forest Home Cemetery

Public Tours

From beer barons and city legends to the “not-so-famous-but-interesting” people, Forest Home Cemetery & Arboretum offers a wide variety of public tours from June through September. Space is limited, so advanced registration is required.

Schedule & Tickets
Photo of a private tour at Forest Home Cemetery

Private Tours & Speakers

Want a deeper understanding of the Civil War, women of influence, and more? Immerse yourself in private guided tours and engaging speakers throughout the year.

Private Tour Information

Self-Guided Tour

We’ve developed a guide for you to visit Forest Home Cemetery & Arboretum at your leisure through self-guided walking tours. You can walk your dogs, ride your bikes, bring a picnic to your favorite area, or just relax! All are welcome!

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The Arboretum

A Natural Treasure in the Heart of Milwaukee

Milwaukee’s most beautiful stories and legacies deserve a fitting backdrop. Forest Home Cemetery & Arboretum resides on nearly 200 acres of breathtaking greenery, dotted with gorgeous architecture, so there’s always something new to see and discover. And it’s open to everyone: joggers, dog walkers, families, concert-goers, bird watchers, history buffs, and anyone else with a curious mind.

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Schlitz in Winter

Getting Here

Forest Home is located on 2405 W Forest Home Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53215.

Our main entrance is off of Lincoln Avenue and our secondary entrance is off of Forest Home Avenue between W Lincoln Avenue and S 27th St.