Walking Tour
Events
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Green-Wood After Hours
The dead don't keep visiting hours, but we do! Join us after dark for a walk through Green-Wood's history, legends, and secrets. And before you depart, step inside the Catacombs, a space that is normally locked to the public.
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Green-Wood After Hours
The dead don't keep visiting hours, but we do! Join us after dark for a walk through Green-Wood's history, legends, and secrets. And before you depart, step inside the Catacombs, a space that is normally locked to the public.
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Green-Wood’s Greatest Hits
After you’ve devoured some turkey and stuffed yourself with pumpkin pie, escape from the house—especially if you need a break from your guests—and enjoy a walking tour of Green-Wood. Or if the whole family is still getting along, bring everyone!
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Catch the Colors: Fall at Green-Wood
Autumn has arrived, and Green-Wood is ablaze with the vibrant hues of the season! Each year, the Cemetery transforms into a breathtaking canvas of fiery reds, oranges, and yellows as its thousands of trees showcase their seasonal splendor.
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TGIF! Afterschool Story and Craft Hour
As the shortest day of the year transitions to its longest night, join Green-Wood’s leisurely walking group, Rest in Pace. Together, we’ll meander through the Cemetery’s scenic paths at a comfortable pace, taking in beautiful views, discovering fascinating stories, and connecting with fellow walkers along the way.
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Green-Wood After Hours
The dead don't keep visiting hours, but we do! Join us after dark for a walk through Green-Wood's history, legends, and secrets. And before you depart, step inside the Catacombs, a space that is normally locked to the public.
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Green-Wood After Hours
The dead don't keep visiting hours, but we do! Join us after dark for a walk through Green-Wood's history, legends, and secrets. And before you depart, step inside the Catacombs, a space that is normally locked to the public.
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Green-Wood After Hours
The dead don't keep visiting hours, but we do! Join us after dark for a walk through Green-Wood's history, legends, and secrets. And before you depart, step inside the Catacombs, a space that is normally locked to the public.
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Green-Wood After Hours
The dead don't keep visiting hours, but we do! Join us after dark for a walk through Green-Wood's history, legends, and secrets. And before you depart, step inside the Catacombs, a space that is normally locked to the public.
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Secrets in Stone
The Victorians were masters of secrets, and they took plenty of them to the grave! Across Green-Wood, every carved flower, weathered angel, and mysterious emblem tells a story. On this crowd- favorite walking tour, you’ll become a detective of the dead, decoding an elaborate language of symbols preserved in stone and shedding light on tales etched into eternity.
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.