Death Education
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Between Endings and Beginnings: A Ritual at Jean Shin’s Offering
Join us for the inauguration of Jean Shin's Offering, a site-specific installation in Green-Wood's entrance meadow. Inspired by Korean tumuli burial mounds, Offering honors trees that have lived and died at the Cemetery, transforming fallen trunks, branches, and leaves into a living memorial. As these natural materials decompose, they will nourish the soil and fuel ... Read more
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Death Cafe
The Death Cafe is a simple yet powerful idea: bring people together to openly discuss one of life’s greatest truths—death. With thousands of chapters in over 90 countries, Death Cafes are informal gatherings designed to "increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their lives." There’s no set agenda, but conversations might ... Read more
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Grieving & Weaving
Whether you're an expert with yarn, just starting out, or prefer sketching or collaging, all are welcome to join us as we share stories, skills, and grief resources. As we create together in the comfort of Green-Wood’s Modern Chapel, we’ll talk about the significance of handmade items in both our personal and collective histories. Beginners ... Read more
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Death Cafe
The Death Cafe is a simple yet powerful idea: bring people together to openly discuss grief, loss, and mortality. With thousands of chapters in over 90 countries, Death Cafes are informal gatherings designed to "increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their lives." There’s no set agenda, but conversations might explore ... Read more
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Grieving & Weaving
Whether you're an expert with yarn, just starting out, or prefer sketching or collaging, all are welcome to join us as we share stories, skills, and grief resources. As we create together in the comfort of Green-Wood’s Modern Chapel, we’ll talk about the significance of handmade items in both our personal and collective histories. Beginners ... Read more
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Death Cafe
The Death Cafe is a simple yet powerful idea: bring people together to openly discuss grief, loss, and mortality. With thousands of chapters in over 90 countries, Death Cafes are informal gatherings designed to "increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their lives." There’s no set agenda, but conversations might explore ... Read more
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Grieving & Weaving
Whether you're an expert with yarn, just starting out, or prefer sketching or collaging, all are welcome to join us as we share stories, skills, and grief resources. As we create together in the comfort of Green-Wood’s Modern Chapel, we’ll talk about the significance of handmade items in both our personal and collective histories. Beginners ... Read more
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Death Cafe
The Death Cafe is a simple yet powerful idea: bring people together to openly discuss grief, loss, and mortality. With thousands of chapters in over 90 countries, Death Cafes are informal gatherings designed to "increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their lives." There’s no set agenda, but conversations might explore ... Read more
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Grieving & Weaving
Whether you're an expert with yarn, just starting out, or prefer sketching or collaging, all are welcome to join us as we share stories, skills, and grief resources. As we create together in the comfort of Green-Wood’s Modern Chapel, we’ll talk about the significance of handmade items in both our personal and collective histories. Beginners ... Read more
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Death Cafe
The Death Cafe is a simple yet powerful idea: bring people together to openly discuss grief, loss, and mortality. With thousands of chapters in over 90 countries, Death Cafes are informal gatherings designed to "increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their lives." There’s no set agenda, but conversations might explore ... Read more
Green-Wood’s public programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature, as well as the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs.