The Green-House at Green-Wood
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Registration for MoonFest is now closed. Click here for the evening’s program. 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 one of the earliest photographs of the moon, proving we could bridge the ... Read more |
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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 |
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In partnership with the Sunset Park Public Library Read, play, and grow! Enjoy fun games, stories, and activities led by librarians from the Sunset Park branch of the Brooklyn Public Library in Green-Wood’s new Green-House! This big mixed-age meetup is designed to delight young children and encourage early literacy! Price: Free Get Tickets var exampleCallback ... Read more |
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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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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 |
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Move over, big kids! On Tuesday mornings, it's toddler time at the Green-House. Bring your little ones to the most fun pop-up play zone in Sunset Park for a morning of songs, stories, and sensory exploration. Got a train enthusiast? They'll love the Cemetery’s toy trolleys! A budding builder? Our foam mausoleum blocks are perfect for tiny architects. Junior scientists ... Read more |
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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 |
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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 |
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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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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 |
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Move over, big kids! On Tuesday mornings, it's toddler time at the Green-House. Bring your little ones to the most fun pop-up play zone in Sunset Park for a morning of songs, stories, and sensory exploration. Got a train enthusiast? They'll love the Cemetery’s toy trolleys! A budding builder? Our foam mausoleum blocks are perfect for tiny architects. Junior scientists ... Read more |
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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 |
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Mark your calendars for the last Saturday of every month! May through November, the Green-House hosts free, drop-in activities for all ages, featuring two hands-on ways to explore the art, history, and nature of Green-Wood. Design a monument, investigate a nature discovery table, record your family history, or create a painted masterpiece. Each gathering offers something different, but ... Read more |
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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 |
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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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Join us for the first gala at The Green-House at Green-Wood! We'll begin with cocktail hour in the shadow of the Cemetery's iconic Arch, followed by a sunset stroll or trolley ride to dinner (and dessert!) at the Green-House. The Gala is our only fundraising event of the year! The proceeds provide vital support for the many ways Green-Wood engages over 500,000 visitors ... Read more |
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Hunters, pollinators, potters, paper-makers, DNA hijackers, zombie-makers—dozens of wasp species call Green-Wood home. And most are completely harmless to humans. In this presentation, urban naturalist Matthew Wills will introduce the major types of local wasps, revealing their surprisingly varied survival strategies, including how they weather our winters. You'll discover why these misunderstood insects are essential to Green-Wood's ecosystem and why the Cemetery is ... 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.