• Grand Opening: The Green-House at Green-Wood 

    This event is free and open to the public. While registration is not required, it helps us gauge attendance. All activities are offered on a first-come, first-served basis regardless of registration. Scroll down to read through FAQs! Welcome to the Green-House! Join us for an unforgettable opening weekend as we celebrate Green-Wood's newest space with activities designed to ... Read more

  • Grand Opening: The Green-House at Green-Wood 

    This event is free and open to the public. While registration is not required, it helps us gauge attendance. All activities are offered on a first-come, first-served basis regardless of registration. Scroll down to read through FAQs! Welcome to the Green-House! Join us for an unforgettable opening weekend as we celebrate Green-Wood's newest space with activities designed to ... Read more

  • Cleared to Land: Bird Migration in NYC  

    New York City is a major migratory crossroads for birds. Every spring and fall, millions pass through the city on journeys across the hemisphere, seeking refuge in our parks and cemeteries and bringing dazzling color and sound to those who watch them. More than 400 species of birds have been identified in New York City. But what makes New York an important stop for migrating birds? ... Read more

  • Birding Basics 

    Birding is one of the fastest-growing hobbies in the country, and there’s no better place to enjoy it in Brooklyn than Green-Wood. This engaging two-day course introduces beginner birders to the why, where, how, and what of birding, building confidence and curiosity along the way. With more than 250 bird species living in or migrating through Green-Wood, and over 400 recorded ... Read more

  • MoonFest

    Registration is currently closed. Please join our waiting list to receive any updates. All programming is available on a first-come, first-served basis, regardless of registration. MoonFest is Green-Wood's new after-hours celebration of humanity's enduring fascination with the moon. The event draws inspiration from the Cemetery's permanent resident, John Draper, who made history in 1840 by capturing ... Read more

  • Grave Beginnings: Walking Green-Wood 

    Grave Beginnings: Walking Green-Wood

    Discover Green-Wood’s stunning landscape and remarkable history on this free 90-minute walking tour. Perfect for first-time visitors, this introductory tour takes you on a leisurely walk to hear about the lives of pioneering figures such as physicians Abraham and Mary Putnam Jacobi; scientist Eunice Newton Foote, considered the first to discover greenhouse gases; and inventor and ... Read more

  • Wildflowers of Green-Wood 

    Take a moment to stop and smell the roses—or to be more accurate, the many wildflowers that grow at Green-Wood! Led by environmental guide Molly Nash Rouzie, this hands-on program will teach you how to identify common and seasonal blooms by observing flower shapes, colors, leaf characteristics, and growth habits. You'll also learn about flowering cycles, pollinators, and the vital roles these plants play in local ecosystems.  Price: ... Read more

  • TGIF! Afterschool Story and Craft Hour

    In partnership with The Brooklyn Public Library  Kick off the weekend with story time and crafts at Green-Wood! Settle in for an hour of captivating read-alouds followed by a creative hands-on activity. Presented in partnership with Brooklyn Public Library, these sessions are led by Kidsmobile Librarian Michaela Donahue, who brings wonderful book selections perfect for young readers. Once a month, the Library's Bookmobile will ... Read more

  • Grave Beginnings: Green-Wood by Trolley 

    Grave Beginnings: Green-Wood by Trolley

    Discover Green-Wood's stunning landscape and remarkable history on this free hour-long trolley tour. Perfect for first-time visitors, this accessible introduction takes you on a leisurely ride to hear about notable residents, including Auguste Renouard, the “Father of modern-day embalming”; industrialist William Colgate, whose legacy extends far beyond soap; scientist John Draper, a pioneer in photography and chemistry; ... Read more

  • Green-Wood on Wheels: Stroller-Friendly Tour  

    Green-Wood's stunning landscapes, where history, nature, and community come together. Designed for parents and caregivers, this tour offers the perfect blend of discovery and connection as you uncover fascinating stories and serene beauty at a relaxed, easy-going pace. Meet fellow explorers, enjoy the outdoors, and experience why this Brooklyn landmark is an unforgettable destination for ... Read more

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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.