Death Education
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Mourning for Nature
.stk-g1evz9o{margin-top:0px !important;margin-bottom:10px !important}.stk-g1evz9o .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:28px !important}@media screen and (max-width:1023px){.stk-g1evz9o .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:28px !important}}Part of Climate Week at Green-Wood In a world increasingly defined by the climate crisis, the profound effects on our environment can stir deep feelings of fear, grief, and uncertainty. How do we address these emotions and honor our connection to the natural world? Join us for Mourning ... Read more
Notes of Tribute: Viewing the 9/11 Memorial Lights
Green-Wood serves as the final resting place for over 100 people who lost their lives on September 11, 2001 and in the years that followed. In their remembrance, we will gather on one of Green-Wood’s hills overlooking the city skyline to witness the tribute lights over lower Manhattan. Our program will include words of remembrance ... Read more
Grieving & Weaving
There is something cathartic about working with yarn—a solace to be found in methodically creating patterns and textures with your own hands. Join Green-Wood Death Educator Gabrielle R. Gatto and artist Mary Pat Klein as they bring together creativity and contemplation with an evening of crafting. If you like to knit, crochet, or engage in ... 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.