Save Our Cemeteries is an organization based in New Orleans, Louisiana, dedicated to preserving, documenting, and promoting the city's historic burial grounds. The organization offers guided tours and educational experiences that highlight the architecture, cultural traditions, and stories embedded in local cemeteries. Notable guided experiences include visits to St. Louis Cemetery No. 3 near City Park, a combined Tour of the Historic Pitot House and St. Louis Cemetery No. 3, the monthly St. Roch Cemetery tour with its chapel of local offerings, and a guided exploration of Lake Lawn Metairie Cemetery, known for its sculptures and notable interments.
Tours balance historical context with on-site interpretation, helping visitors understand cemetery design, funerary art, and community heritage. In addition to public tours, the organization engages in cemetery documentation and community outreach to support ongoing care and awareness. Tour schedules and special events are announced by the organization; some tours operate on set dates such as the first Friday of the month for St. Roch Cemetery.
Save Our Cemeteries works with local stakeholders, volunteers, and preservation professionals to maintain respectful access to sensitive sites while sharing accurate historical information. For visitors seeking thoughtful, place-based learning about New Orleans history, these guided experiences provide a structured way to explore cemeteries, learn about prominent local figures, and witness distinctive funerary art. The organization documents funerary markers, provides interpretive materials for visitors, coordinates volunteer days, and collaborates with municipal partners to ensure site stewardship. Visitors should check schedules and respect site rules during visits and traditions.