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SUMMARY:Brooklyn’s Black Trailblazers
DESCRIPTION:Credit: Green-Wood Staff\n\n\n\n\n\nCelebrating the Black pioneers of Brooklyn\, this trolley tour honors the trailblazers at rest in Green-Wood who shaped art\, activism\, music\, and medicine.  \n\n\n\nVisit the memorials of revolutionary artist Jean-Michel Basquiat\, civil rights leaders Grace Nail Johnson and James Weldon Johnson\, mathematician Charles L. Reason (the first Black college professor in the United States)\, and other visionaries whose legacies live on in the ongoing fight for equality.  \n\n\n\nThis trolley tour is offered for free to make Green-Wood’s rich history more accessible to the public.  \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrolley Tour(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that if only 1 ticket shows as available during the registration process\, that is the last ticket available. \n\n\n\nBefore Purchasing A Ticket\, Please Note:\n\n\n\n\nTickets: There is no need to print tickets! Attendees will be checked in by name. \n\n\n\nWhere To Go: Check-in takes place by the Gothic Arch near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Green-Wood trolley is wheelchair-accessible and ADA-compliant. However\, please note that some stops where you may get off the trolley are not ADA-accessible. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility for trolley tours. In order to accommodate a wheelchair or other mobility aid on the trolley\, arrangements must be made in advance. Please call 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or email events@green-wood.com. \n\n\n\nA Little More About Safety: Unless there is a medical emergency\, it may be difficult to exit quickly during the tour. Please consider these limitations before purchasing tickets. This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10. \n\n\n\nRefunds: All ticket sales are final. Refunds are only permissible if the tour is canceled by Green-Wood. Tickets cannot be exchanged for a different tour date.  \n\n\n\nInclement Weather Policy: We monitor weather conditions throughout the day for the best chance of proceeding with the tour and will not make a final decision until approximately 3 hours before the start of the tour. Cancellations will be announced via Eventbrite email blasts\, so check your email and spam folders. 
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/brooklyns-black-trailblazers-4/2026-06-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T175658Z
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SUMMARY:Discover Green-Wood Trolley Tour
DESCRIPTION:Credit: Green-Wood Staff\n\n\n\n\n\nHop on board our cozy\, warm trolley for an expert-led tour of Green-Wood’s historic landscape and some of the Cemetery’s most intriguing permanent residents. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned explorer\, this is your chance to experience 478 acres of art\, history\, and nature. Walk in the footsteps of George Washington and his troops during the Battle of Brooklyn; visit the grave of Jean-Michel Basquiat\, one of America’s greatest artists; and discover so much more!  \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: $30\, $24 for members \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrolley Tour(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that if only 1 ticket shows as available during the purchase process that is the last ticket available. \n\n\n\nBefore Purchasing A Ticket\, Please Note:\n\n\n\n\nTickets: There is no need to print tickets! Attendees will be checked in by name.\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: Check-in takes place at the trolley by the Gothic Arch near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street).\n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Green-Wood trolley is wheelchair-accessible and ADA compliant. However\, please note that some stops where you may get off the trolley are not ADA accessible. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility for trolley tours. In order to accommodate a wheelchair or other mobility aid on the trolley\, arrangements must be made in advance. Please call 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or email events@green-wood.com.\n\n\n\nA Little More About Safety: Unless there is a medical emergency\, it may be difficult to exit quickly during the tour. Please consider these limitations before purchasing tickets. This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10.\n\n\n\nRefunds: All ticket sales are final. Refunds are only permissible if the tour is canceled by Green-Wood. Tickets cannot be exchanged for a different tour date. \n\n\n\nInclement Weather Policy: We monitor weather conditions throughout the day for the best chance of proceeding with the tour\, and will not make a final decision until approximately 3 hours before the start of the tour. Cancellations will be announced via Eventbrite email blasts\, so check your email and spam folders.\n\n\n\n\nNot a Member?\n\n\n\nClick here for all of our membership levels and information. \n\n\n\nAlready a Member?\n\n\n\nClick the gray tickets button to activate the Eventbrite pop-up\, then click Enter promo code. Type in your ID number and apply your discount. \n\n\n\nQuestions?\n\n\n\nDon’t know your Member ID number? Not sure which ticket or membership type to order? Call 718-210-3080 or email contactus@green-wood.com with any questions.
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/discover-green-wood-trolley-tour-19/2026-06-13/
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SUMMARY:Revolutionary Spirits
DESCRIPTION:Courtesy of Fort Hamilton Distillery\n\n\n\n\n\nDelve into the storied past of distilled spirits in Brooklyn with Green-Wood and our neighbors at Fort Hamilton Distillery. The afternoon kicks off with a trolley tour of the Cemetery to discover influential figures of the Revolutionary War and distillers who made their mark on the young Republic. Afterward\, the trolley heads to Fort Hamilton Distillery in Industry City where you’ll experience “white” rye straight off the still\, sample whiskey directly from the barrel\, and learn how to bottle your own spirits! You’ll get a tasting of four whiskeys\, followed by a sampling of barrel-aged maple syrup. \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: $50\, $45 for members \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrolley Tour(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nFort Hamilton Distillery started barreling whiskey in 2016 when founders Alex Clark and Amy Grindeland embarked on a mission to recapture America’s finest spirits. Based in Industry City\, Brooklyn\, just steps from the Cemetery\, the distillery is surrounded by landmarks of the Revolutionary War\, from which the whiskey maker draws his inspiration. \n\n\n\nPlease note that if only 1 ticket shows as available during the purchase process that is the last ticket available. \n\n\n\nBefore Purchasing A Ticket\, Please Note:\n\n\n\n\nAttendees MUST be 21 or older to participate. ID cards will be checked!\n\n\n\nTickets: There is no need to print tickets! Attendees will be checked in by name.\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: Check-in takes place at the trolley by the Gothic Arch near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street).\n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Green-Wood trolley is wheelchair-accessible and ADA compliant. However\, please note that some stops where you may get off the trolley are not ADA accessible. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility for trolley tours. In order to accommodate a wheelchair or other mobility aid on the trolley\, arrangements must be made in advance. Please call 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or email events@green-wood.com.\n\n\n\nA Little More About Safety: Unless there is a medical emergency\, it may be difficult to exit quickly during the tour. Please consider these limitations before purchasing tickets. This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10.\n\n\n\nRefunds: All ticket sales are final. Refunds are only permissible if the tour is canceled by Green-Wood. Tickets cannot be exchanged for a different tour date. \n\n\n\nInclement Weather Policy: We monitor weather conditions throughout the day for the best chance of proceeding with the tour\, and will not make a final decision until approximately 3 hours before the start of the tour. Cancellations will be announced via Eventbrite email blasts\, so check your email and spam folders.\n\n\n\n\nNot a Member?\n\n\n\nClick here for all of our membership levels and information. \n\n\n\nAlready a Member?\n\n\n\nClick the gray tickets button to activate the Eventbrite pop-up\, then click Enter promo code. Type in your ID number and apply your discount. \n\n\n\nQuestions?\n\n\n\nDon’t know your Member ID number? Not sure which ticket or membership type to order? Call 718-210-3080 or email contactus@green-wood.com with any questions.
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/revolutionary-spirits-7/2026-06-13/
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SUMMARY:Birding in Peace
DESCRIPTION:Credit: Evan Rabeck\n\n\n\n\n\nBefore our gates open to the public\, this early morning walking tour provides special access to discover the many birds that call Green-Wood home\, at least temporarily.  \n\n\n\nThroughout the season\, you’ll witness an ever-changing display of wildlife. April brings pine warblers\, woodpeckers\, and thousands of migrating songbirds among the blooming magnolias and dogwoods\, while herons gather at the glacial ponds. May and early June offer peak birding with over 163 species passing through\, including ruby-throated hummingbirds and wood warblers. Summer sees young red-tailed hawks taking flight\, along with abundant butterflies and dragonflies. By late July\, the first migratory birds begin their journey south.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: $20 / $16 for members  \n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWalking Tour(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that if only 1 ticket shows as available during the purchase process\, that is the last ticket available.  \n\n\n\nBEFORE RESERVING YOUR SPOT\, PLEASE NOTE:\n\n\n\n\nTickets: There is no need to print tickets! Attendees will be checked in by name. \n\n\n\nWhere To Go: Check-in takes place at the Gothic Arch near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: Walking tour routes cover hilly\, grassy\, and uneven terrain. This tour is not accessible for those using wheelchairs or other mobility aids and may be difficult for those with balance or other mobility issues. There is no place to sit down during the tour. For other disability-related accommodations\, contact us at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1 or events@green-wood.com. This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10. We strongly encourage attendees to wear suitable footwear. \n\n\n\nA Little More About Safety: Unless there is a medical emergency\, it may be difficult to exit quickly during the tour. Please consider these limitations before purchasing tickets. \n\n\n\nRefunds: All ticket sales are final. Refunds are only permissible if the tour is canceled by Green-Wood. Tickets cannot be exchanged for a different tour date.  \n\n\n\nInclement Weather Policy: We monitor weather conditions throughout the day for the best chance of proceeding with the tour and will not make a final decision until approximately 3 hours before the start of the tour. Cancellations will be announced via Eventbrite email blasts\, so check your email and spam folders. 
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/birding-in-peace-30/2026-06-14/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T113000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T210223Z
UID:10037501-1781431200-1781436600@www.green-wood.com
SUMMARY:Birding in Peace: Late-Risers Edition (Members Only)
DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Rob Jett\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you’ve always wanted to go on a birding tour at Green-Wood but aren’t much of a morning person\, this tour is for you! The early bird-er might get the worm\, but you can birdwatch at any hour. Join birding expert Rob Jett and a small group of fellow members to roam the grounds while hearing and seeing the many feathered friends of Green-Wood.   \n\n\n\nYou can expect to see different species on each tour. April brings blooming trees\, drumming woodpeckers\, migrating songbirds at rest\, and herons and egrets returning to Green-Wood’s glacial ponds. In May and June\, during peak migration\, you might spot ruby-throated hummingbirds or some of more than twenty species of vibrant wood warblers\, among other species. By August\, the songs of warblers give way to the buzz of cicadas and the calls of fledglings\, and we can expect the arrival of the first southbound migrants.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: $15 for members\, $20 for non-member guests   \n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWalking Tour(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nBefore Purchasing Your Ticket\, Please Note: \n\n\n\n\nAttendees must follow ALL instructions and guidance from Cemetery staff and volunteers. \n\n\n\nTickets: There is no need to print tickets! Attendees will be checked in by name. \n\n\n\nWhere To Go: Check-in takes place at the Arch near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nFor Your Safety: Walking tour routes cover hilly\, grassy\, and uneven terrain. This tour is not accessible for those using wheelchairs or other mobility aids and may be difficult for those with balance or other mobility issues. There is no place to sit down during the tour. For other disability-related accommodations\, contact us at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com. This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10. We strongly encourage attendees to wear suitable footwear.  \n\n\n\nA Little More About Safety: Unless there is a medical emergency\, it may be difficult to easily exit during the tour. Please consider these limitations before purchasing tickets. \n\n\n\nRefunds and exchanges: Ticket sales are final. No exchanges or refunds unless the tour is canceled. If a rain date is scheduled\, tickets will be honored only on that date. \n\n\n\nInclement Weather Policy: We monitor the weather throughout the day for the best chance of proceeding with the tour\, and will not make a final decision until at least 3 hours before the start of the tour. Cancellations will be announced via Eventbrite email blasts\, so check your email and spam folders. \n\n\n\nYour membership must be active at the time of the event. Each member is allowed a number of member tickets in line with their membership benefits. Purchases that do not follow these guidelines may be canceled and refunded. Please click here to view ticket allowances for members-only events. \n\n\n\n\nNot a Member?\n\n\n\nClick here for all of our membership levels and information. \n\n\n\nAlready a Member?\n\n\n\nClick the register button above to activate the Eventbrite pop-up\, then click “Enter password.” Type in the provided password to get access to registration. No need to use your member password\, as this is a free event. \n\n\n\nQuestions?\n\n\n\nDon’t know your Member ID number? Not sure which ticket or membership type to order? Call 718-210-3080 or email contactus@green-wood.com with any questions.
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/birding-in-peace-late-risers-edition-members-only-8/2026-06-14/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T120000
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SUMMARY:Grave Beginnings: Green-Wood by Trolley 
DESCRIPTION:Credit: Maike Schulz\n\n\n\n\n\nDiscover 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; and more. The tour also highlights other influential individuals who contributed to the city’s cultural\, scientific\, and civic life.  \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrolley Tour(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nThis tour series is funded by Simons Foundation International and administered by the Simons Foundation’s Science\, Society & Culture division.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that if only 1 ticket shows as available during the purchase process\, that is the last ticket available. \n\n\n\nBefore Purchasing A Ticket\, Please Note:\n\n\n\n\nTickets: There is no need to print tickets! Attendees will be checked in by name. \n\n\n\nWhere To Go: Check-in takes place at the trolley by the Gothic Arch near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Green-Wood trolley can accommodate up to two wheelchairs. However\, the trolley may make stops where passengers are encouraged to disembark in areas that are not wheelchair accessible. If you need accommodations for any reason\, please contact our staff before reserving tickets at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com. To accommodate a wheelchair or other mobility aid on the trolley\, please contact us at least one week in advance. \n\n\n\nA Little More About Safety: Unless there is a medical emergency\, it may be difficult to exit quickly during the tour. Please consider these limitations before purchasing tickets. This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10. \n\n\n\nInclement Weather Policy: We monitor weather conditions throughout the day for the best chance of proceeding with the tour\, and will not make a final decision until approximately 3 hours before the start of the tour. Cancellations will be announced via Eventbrite email blasts\, so check your email and spam folders. 
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/grave-beginnings-green-wood-by-trolley/2026-06-14/
CATEGORIES:The Green-House at Green-Wood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T103000
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SUMMARY:Green-Wood on Wheels: Stroller-Friendly Tour  
DESCRIPTION: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 all ages.  \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWalking Tour(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that if only 1 ticket shows as available during the purchase process\, that is the last ticket available. \n\n\n\nBefore Purchasing A Ticket\, Please Note:\n\n\n\n\nTickets: There is no need to print tickets! Attendees will be checked in by name. Only one space may be reserved per person. \n\n\n\nWhere To Go: Check-in takes place at the Green-House on Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (750 Fifth Avenue) all dates except June 3. On June 3\, please check in with Green-Wood staff at the Gothic Arch\, up the hill from our Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: This walking tour follows a route designed for gentle movement over mostly even terrain. However\, some areas of the Cemetery include hills\, grass\, and uneven paths that may be challenging to navigate. The route is not fully ADA-compliant. We strongly recommend wearing suitable footwear. \n\n\n\nA Little More About Safety & Comfort: Unless there is a medical emergency\, it may be difficult to exit quickly during the tour. Restrooms are available at the start and end of the tour\, but not along the route. Please consider these limitations before purchasing tickets. \n\n\n\nInclement Weather Policy: We monitor weather conditions throughout the day for the best chance of proceeding with the tour\, and will not make a final decision until approximately 2 hours before the start of the tour. Cancellations will be announced via Eventbrite email blasts\, so check your email and spam folders. 
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/green-wood-on-wheels-stroller-friendly-tour/2026-06-17/
CATEGORIES:The Green-House at Green-Wood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155906
CREATED:20260310T162433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T204332Z
UID:10037358-1781807400-1781812800@www.green-wood.com
SUMMARY:A Day in the Life of a Gravedigger 
DESCRIPTION:Green-Wood’s A Day in the Life series turns its focus inward\, spotlighting the dedicated professionals who keep the Cemetery running. Ever wonder what it’s like to work alongside death—or what inspires someone to build a career in the deathcare field? Hear directly from Green-Wood staff members whose behind-the-scenes efforts shape this historic landscape. Panelists will share insights into their responsibilities\, the skills their roles require\, and what it means to work in a space that is both an active business and sacred ground.  \n\n\n\nA Day in the Life brings together industry professionals for lively conversations about the many facets of work in the deathcare field.   \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go:\n\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program will take place at The Green-House (750 Fifth Avenue)\, across the street from the Main Entrance of Green-Wood (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Green-House is an ADA compliant building; however\, extra accommodations for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids are encouraged\, before reserving tickets. To contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility\, call 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or email events@green-wood.com. 
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-gravedigger-2/
CATEGORIES:Death Education,The Green-House at Green-Wood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T203000
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CREATED:20260327T050000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T164122Z
UID:10037408-1781807400-1781814600@www.green-wood.com
SUMMARY:Grieving & Weaving
DESCRIPTION:Credit: Jordana Bermudez\n\n\n\n\n\nStitching together creativity and community\, this knitting and crocheting group is unique for one reason: it meets in a cemetery. Whether you’re an expert with yarn or just starting out\, you are welcome to join us as we share stories\, skills\, and grief resources in the comfort of Green-Wood’s Modern Chapel. As we create together\, we’ll talk about the significance of handmade items in both our personal and collective histories. To hear about past attendees’ experiences\, listen to and/or read this piece featured on NPR.     \n\n\n\nBeginners can join our knitting and crochet tutorial groups\, while experienced crafters are encouraged to bring ongoing projects and mentor others. Feel free to bring your own yarn\, needles\, and hooks; some materials will be available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Not a knitter? Not to worry\, you can bring whatever other crafts you are working on.   \n\n\n\nFree. Registration required. Please consider a $10 donation to the Green-Wood Historic Fund so that we can continue to offer more death education programs like this throughout the year.   \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go:\n\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program will take place at the Modern Chapel near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Modern Chapel is not fully ADA compliant\, however\, accommodations for entrance can be made for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com. 
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/grieving-weaving-5/2026-06-18/
CATEGORIES:Death Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155906
CREATED:20260327T050000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T203835Z
UID:10037497-1781863200-1781874000@www.green-wood.com
SUMMARY:Juneteenth at Green-Wood
DESCRIPTION:Mark the 161st anniversary of Juneteenth at Green-Wood with an afternoon of activities for the whole family and a special talk by Green-Wood’s 2026 History Fellow\, Talisha Ward\, on her research on the Freedom Lots. Join us in honoring the heroes and leaders of Black history buried here!  More details are to follow! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free. No registration is required. Drop in and join us. Seating and activities are first-come\, first-served. Suggested donation of $5 per person registered. Donations help support Green-Wood’s free and low-cost programs throughout the year.  \n\n\n\nBEFORE RESERVING YOUR SPOT\, PLEASE NOTE:\n\n\n\n\nAttendees must follow all instructions and guidance from Cemetery staff and volunteers. \n\n\n\nTickets: There are no paper or e-tickets\, and registrants do not have to check in. Registration is helpful to give us an idea of participant numbers so that we may have enough materials on hand. \n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program begins at the meadow near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: This is an outdoor event that will take place in areas with little to no shade. The Modern Chapel will be used as a cooling station. The Modern Chapel is not fully ADA-compliant\, but it offers accommodations to meet many needs. Please contact us at (718) 210-3080\, ext. 1\, or email events@green-wood.com to discuss specific arrangements. \n\n\n\nInclement Weather Policy: We monitor weather conditions throughout the day for the best chance of proceeding with the tour\, and will not make a final decision until 8am on the day of the event. Cancellations will be announced via Eventbrite email blasts\, so check your email and spam folders. 
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/juneteenth-at-green-wood/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155906
CREATED:20260327T050000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T194341Z
UID:10037491-1781949600-1781956800@www.green-wood.com
SUMMARY:Gay Green-Wood: Family Edition! Trolley Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special kid-friendly trolley tour celebrating LGBTQ+ trailblazers who have left a lasting impact on American history and culture\, led by one of Green-Wood’s experienced educators. You’ll visit the gravesites of Paul Jabara\, co-writer of “It’s Raining Men;” Emma Stebbins\, sculptor of the Angel of the Waters at Central Park’s Bethesda Fountain; and more as you explore queer history and memory together as a family. Experience the powerful stories of those who paved the way for future generations of LGBTQ+ leaders. \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrolley Tour(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nThis trolley tour is offered for free to make Green-Wood’s rich history more accessible to the public.  \n\n\n\nPlease note that if only 1 ticket shows as available during the registration process\, that is the last ticket available.  \n\n\n\nBefore Registering\, Please Note:\n\n\n\n\nTickets: There is no need to print tickets! Attendees will be checked in by name. \n\n\n\nWhere To Go: Check-in takes place by the Gothic Arch near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Green-Wood trolley is wheelchair-accessible and ADA-compliant. However\, please note that some stops where you may get off the trolley are not ADA-accessible. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility for trolley tours. In order to accommodate a wheelchair or other mobility aid on the trolley\, arrangements must be made in advance. Please call 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or email events@green-wood.com. \n\n\n\nA Little More About Safety: Unless there is a medical emergency\, it may be difficult to exit quickly during the tour. Please consider these limitations before purchasing tickets. This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10. \n\n\n\nRefunds: All ticket sales are final. Refunds are only permissible if the tour is canceled by Green-Wood. Tickets cannot be exchanged for a different tour date.  \n\n\n\nInclement Weather Policy: We monitor weather conditions throughout the day for the best chance of proceeding with the tour and will not make a final decision until approximately 3 hours before the start of the tour. Cancellations will be announced via Eventbrite email blasts\, so check your email and spam folders. 
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/gay-green-wood-family-edition-trolley-tour/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155906
CREATED:20260109T054831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T175658Z
UID:10037098-1781960400-1781967600@www.green-wood.com
SUMMARY:Discover Green-Wood Trolley Tour
DESCRIPTION:Credit: Green-Wood Staff\n\n\n\n\n\nHop on board our cozy\, warm trolley for an expert-led tour of Green-Wood’s historic landscape and some of the Cemetery’s most intriguing permanent residents. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned explorer\, this is your chance to experience 478 acres of art\, history\, and nature. Walk in the footsteps of George Washington and his troops during the Battle of Brooklyn; visit the grave of Jean-Michel Basquiat\, one of America’s greatest artists; and discover so much more!  \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: $30\, $24 for members \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrolley Tour(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that if only 1 ticket shows as available during the purchase process that is the last ticket available. \n\n\n\nBefore Purchasing A Ticket\, Please Note:\n\n\n\n\nTickets: There is no need to print tickets! Attendees will be checked in by name.\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: Check-in takes place at the trolley by the Gothic Arch near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street).\n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Green-Wood trolley is wheelchair-accessible and ADA compliant. However\, please note that some stops where you may get off the trolley are not ADA accessible. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility for trolley tours. In order to accommodate a wheelchair or other mobility aid on the trolley\, arrangements must be made in advance. Please call 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or email events@green-wood.com.\n\n\n\nA Little More About Safety: Unless there is a medical emergency\, it may be difficult to exit quickly during the tour. Please consider these limitations before purchasing tickets. This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10.\n\n\n\nRefunds: All ticket sales are final. Refunds are only permissible if the tour is canceled by Green-Wood. Tickets cannot be exchanged for a different tour date. \n\n\n\nInclement Weather Policy: We monitor weather conditions throughout the day for the best chance of proceeding with the tour\, and will not make a final decision until approximately 3 hours before the start of the tour. Cancellations will be announced via Eventbrite email blasts\, so check your email and spam folders.\n\n\n\n\nNot a Member?\n\n\n\nClick here for all of our membership levels and information. \n\n\n\nAlready a Member?\n\n\n\nClick the gray tickets button to activate the Eventbrite pop-up\, then click Enter promo code. Type in your ID number and apply your discount. \n\n\n\nQuestions?\n\n\n\nDon’t know your Member ID number? Not sure which ticket or membership type to order? Call 718-210-3080 or email contactus@green-wood.com with any questions.
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/discover-green-wood-trolley-tour-19/2026-06-20/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T073000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155906
CREATED:20260324T163611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T163616Z
UID:10037399-1782021600-1782027000@www.green-wood.com
SUMMARY:Birding in Peace
DESCRIPTION:Credit: Evan Rabeck\n\n\n\n\n\nBefore our gates open to the public\, this early morning walking tour provides special access to discover the many birds that call Green-Wood home\, at least temporarily.  \n\n\n\nThroughout the season\, you’ll witness an ever-changing display of wildlife. April brings pine warblers\, woodpeckers\, and thousands of migrating songbirds among the blooming magnolias and dogwoods\, while herons gather at the glacial ponds. May and early June offer peak birding with over 163 species passing through\, including ruby-throated hummingbirds and wood warblers. Summer sees young red-tailed hawks taking flight\, along with abundant butterflies and dragonflies. By late July\, the first migratory birds begin their journey south.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: $20 / $16 for members  \n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWalking Tour(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that if only 1 ticket shows as available during the purchase process\, that is the last ticket available.  \n\n\n\nBEFORE RESERVING YOUR SPOT\, PLEASE NOTE:\n\n\n\n\nTickets: There is no need to print tickets! Attendees will be checked in by name. \n\n\n\nWhere To Go: Check-in takes place at the Gothic Arch near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: Walking tour routes cover hilly\, grassy\, and uneven terrain. This tour is not accessible for those using wheelchairs or other mobility aids and may be difficult for those with balance or other mobility issues. There is no place to sit down during the tour. For other disability-related accommodations\, contact us at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1 or events@green-wood.com. This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10. We strongly encourage attendees to wear suitable footwear. \n\n\n\nA Little More About Safety: Unless there is a medical emergency\, it may be difficult to exit quickly during the tour. Please consider these limitations before purchasing tickets. \n\n\n\nRefunds: All ticket sales are final. Refunds are only permissible if the tour is canceled by Green-Wood. Tickets cannot be exchanged for a different tour date.  \n\n\n\nInclement Weather Policy: We monitor weather conditions throughout the day for the best chance of proceeding with the tour and will not make a final decision until approximately 3 hours before the start of the tour. Cancellations will be announced via Eventbrite email blasts\, so check your email and spam folders. 
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/birding-in-peace-30/2026-06-21/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155906
CREATED:20260310T160000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T203932Z
UID:10037217-1782036000-1782041400@www.green-wood.com
SUMMARY:Grave Beginnings: Walking Green-Wood 
DESCRIPTION:Credit: Evan Rabeck\n\n\n\n\n\nDiscover 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 artist Samuel Morse\, who revolutionized long-distance communication.  \n\n\n\nThe tour also highlights other influential individuals who contributed to the city’s cultural\, scientific\, and civic life.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWalking Tour(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nThis tour series is funded by Simons Foundation International and administered by the Simons Foundation’s Science\, Society & Culture division.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that if only 1 ticket shows as available during the purchase process\, that is the last ticket available. \n\n\n\nBefore Purchasing A Ticket\, Please Note:\n\n\n\n\nTickets: There is no need to print tickets! Attendees will be checked in by name. \n\n\n\nWhere To Go: Check-in takes place at the Green-House at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (750 Fifth Avenue). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: Walking tour routes cover hilly\, grassy\, and uneven terrain. This tour is not accessible for those using wheelchairs or other mobility aids and may be difficult for those with balance or other mobility issues. There is no place to sit down during the tour. For other disability-related accommodations\, contact us at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1 or events@green-wood.com. This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10. We strongly encourage attendees to wear suitable footwear. \n\n\n\nInclement Weather Policy: We monitor weather conditions throughout the day for the best chance of proceeding with the tour\, and will not make a final decision until approximately 3 hours before the start of the tour. Cancellations will be announced via Eventbrite email blasts\, so check your email and spam folders. 
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/grave-beginnings-walking-green-wood/2026-06-21/
CATEGORIES:The Green-House at Green-Wood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155906
CREATED:20260103T164031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260103T164037Z
UID:10037033-1782046800-1782052200@www.green-wood.com
SUMMARY:Green-Wood's Greatest Hits
DESCRIPTION:Credit: Evan Rabeck\n\n\n\n\n\nWhether it’s your first visit to Green-Wood or your hundredth\, this walking tour offers a fresh perspective on one of New York City’s most iconic landmarks. \n\n\n\nLed by one of our expert guides\, this tour takes you to the heart of Brooklyn’s most fascinating stories. Walk in the footsteps of George Washington’s troops during the fight for independence\, uncover the tragic tale of the 1876 Brooklyn Theatre fire\, and pay tribute to luminaries like composer Leonard Bernstein. Along the way\, you’ll encounter hidden gems and learn about unforgettable moments that have shaped the city and its culture. \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: $25\, $20 for members \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWalking Tour(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that if only 1 ticket shows as available during the purchase process that is the last ticket available. \n\n\n\nBefore Purchasing A Ticket\, Please Note:\n\n\n\n\nTickets: There is no need to print tickets! Attendees will be checked in by name.\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: Check-in takes place at the Gothic Arch near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street).\n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: Walking tour routes cover hilly\, grassy\, and uneven terrain. This tour is not accessible for those using wheelchairs or other mobility aids and may be difficult for those with balance or other mobility issues. There is no place to sit down during the tour. For other disability-related accommodations\, contact us at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1 or events@green-wood.com. This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10. We strongly encourage attendees to wear suitable footwear.\n\n\n\nA Little More About Safety: Unless there is a medical emergency\, it may be difficult to exit quickly during the tour. Please consider these limitations before purchasing tickets.\n\n\n\nRefunds: All ticket sales are final. Refunds are only permissible if the tour is canceled by Green-Wood. Tickets cannot be exchanged for a different tour date. \n\n\n\nInclement Weather Policy: We monitor weather conditions throughout the day for the best chance of proceeding with the tour\, and will not make a final decision until approximately 3 hours before the start of the tour. Cancellations will be announced via Eventbrite email blasts\, so check your email and spam folders.\n\n\n\n\nNot a Member?\n\n\n\nClick here for all of our membership levels and information. \n\n\n\nAlready a Member?\n\n\n\nClick the gray tickets button to activate the Eventbrite pop-up\, then click Enter promo code. Type in your ID number and apply your discount. \n\n\n\nQuestions?\n\n\n\nDon’t know your Member ID number? Not sure which ticket or membership type to order? Call 718-210-3080 or email contactus@green-wood.com with any questions.
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/green-woods-greatest-hits-13/2026-06-21/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155906
CREATED:20260310T155735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T204312Z
UID:10037345-1782487800-1782491400@www.green-wood.com
SUMMARY:TGIF! Afterschool Story and Craft Hour
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with The Brooklyn Public Library \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKick 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 be parked right outside\, giving you the chance to check out additional titles related to the day’s theme. It’s a perfect way to discover new favorites\, spark imagination\, and enjoy quality time together. Don’t have a library card yet? Sign up and get one on the spot!  \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that if only 1 ticket shows as available during the registration process\, that is the last ticket available. \n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go:\n\n\n\n\nTickets: No registration required. Drop in and join us. Seating and activities are first come\, first served. \n\n\n\nAll ages\, recommended for 5+ and caregivers. All children must be accompanied by a caregiver. \n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program takes place at the Green-House (750 Fifth Avenue)\, near the Main Entrance on Fifth Avenue and 25th Street.  \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Green-House is ADA-accessible. If you need accommodations for any reason\, please contact our staff before reserving tickets at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com. 
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/tgif-afterschool-story-and-craft-hour/2026-06-26/
CATEGORIES:The Green-House at Green-Wood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155906
CREATED:20260310T161029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T204341Z
UID:10037351-1782561600-1782572400@www.green-wood.com
SUMMARY:Last Saturdays: Open Classroom 
DESCRIPTION: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 the goal remains the same: to spark curiosity and help families connect with each other and the Cemetery.   \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nCheck back regularly as we’ll add more seasonal themes throughout the year. Here’s what we have lined up so far:  \n\n\n\nMay 30th – Explore art and nature activities inspired by artist Jean Shin’s earthwork Offering in Green-Wood’s Main Entrance Meadow and Celadon Landscape installation in the Green House.  \n\n\n\nJune 27th – Happy Pride and Caribbean Heritage Month! Celebrate Green-Wood residents Jean-Michel Basquiat\, Emma Stebbins\, and Paul Jabara through collaborative art projects.  \n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go:\n\n\n\n\nTickets: No registration required. Drop in and join us. Seating and activities are first come\, first served. \n\n\n\nAll ages\, recommended for 5+ and caregivers. All children must be accompanied by a caregiver. \n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program takes place at the Green-House (750 Fifth Avenue)\, near the Main Entrance on Fifth Avenue and 25th Street.  \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Green-House is ADA-accessible. If you need accommodations for any reason\, please contact our staff before reserving tickets at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com. 
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/last-saturdays-open-classroom/2026-06-27/
CATEGORIES:The Green-House at Green-Wood
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155906
CREATED:20260109T054831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T175658Z
UID:10037099-1782565200-1782572400@www.green-wood.com
SUMMARY:Discover Green-Wood Trolley Tour
DESCRIPTION:Credit: Green-Wood Staff\n\n\n\n\n\nHop on board our cozy\, warm trolley for an expert-led tour of Green-Wood’s historic landscape and some of the Cemetery’s most intriguing permanent residents. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned explorer\, this is your chance to experience 478 acres of art\, history\, and nature. Walk in the footsteps of George Washington and his troops during the Battle of Brooklyn; visit the grave of Jean-Michel Basquiat\, one of America’s greatest artists; and discover so much more!  \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: $30\, $24 for members \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrolley Tour(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that if only 1 ticket shows as available during the purchase process that is the last ticket available. \n\n\n\nBefore Purchasing A Ticket\, Please Note:\n\n\n\n\nTickets: There is no need to print tickets! Attendees will be checked in by name.\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: Check-in takes place at the trolley by the Gothic Arch near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street).\n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Green-Wood trolley is wheelchair-accessible and ADA compliant. However\, please note that some stops where you may get off the trolley are not ADA accessible. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility for trolley tours. In order to accommodate a wheelchair or other mobility aid on the trolley\, arrangements must be made in advance. Please call 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or email events@green-wood.com.\n\n\n\nA Little More About Safety: Unless there is a medical emergency\, it may be difficult to exit quickly during the tour. Please consider these limitations before purchasing tickets. This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10.\n\n\n\nRefunds: All ticket sales are final. Refunds are only permissible if the tour is canceled by Green-Wood. Tickets cannot be exchanged for a different tour date. \n\n\n\nInclement Weather Policy: We monitor weather conditions throughout the day for the best chance of proceeding with the tour\, and will not make a final decision until approximately 3 hours before the start of the tour. Cancellations will be announced via Eventbrite email blasts\, so check your email and spam folders.\n\n\n\n\nNot a Member?\n\n\n\nClick here for all of our membership levels and information. \n\n\n\nAlready a Member?\n\n\n\nClick the gray tickets button to activate the Eventbrite pop-up\, then click Enter promo code. Type in your ID number and apply your discount. \n\n\n\nQuestions?\n\n\n\nDon’t know your Member ID number? Not sure which ticket or membership type to order? Call 718-210-3080 or email contactus@green-wood.com with any questions.
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/discover-green-wood-trolley-tour-19/2026-06-27/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155906
CREATED:20260310T155735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T204312Z
UID:10037346-1782574200-1782577800@www.green-wood.com
SUMMARY:TGIF! Afterschool Story and Craft Hour
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with The Brooklyn Public Library \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKick 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 be parked right outside\, giving you the chance to check out additional titles related to the day’s theme. It’s a perfect way to discover new favorites\, spark imagination\, and enjoy quality time together. Don’t have a library card yet? Sign up and get one on the spot!  \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that if only 1 ticket shows as available during the registration process\, that is the last ticket available. \n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go:\n\n\n\n\nTickets: No registration required. Drop in and join us. Seating and activities are first come\, first served. \n\n\n\nAll ages\, recommended for 5+ and caregivers. All children must be accompanied by a caregiver. \n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program takes place at the Green-House (750 Fifth Avenue)\, near the Main Entrance on Fifth Avenue and 25th Street.  \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Green-House is ADA-accessible. If you need accommodations for any reason\, please contact our staff before reserving tickets at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com. 
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/tgif-afterschool-story-and-craft-hour/2026-06-27/
CATEGORIES:The Green-House at Green-Wood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T073000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155906
CREATED:20260324T163611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T163616Z
UID:10037400-1782626400-1782631800@www.green-wood.com
SUMMARY:Birding in Peace
DESCRIPTION:Credit: Evan Rabeck\n\n\n\n\n\nBefore our gates open to the public\, this early morning walking tour provides special access to discover the many birds that call Green-Wood home\, at least temporarily.  \n\n\n\nThroughout the season\, you’ll witness an ever-changing display of wildlife. April brings pine warblers\, woodpeckers\, and thousands of migrating songbirds among the blooming magnolias and dogwoods\, while herons gather at the glacial ponds. May and early June offer peak birding with over 163 species passing through\, including ruby-throated hummingbirds and wood warblers. Summer sees young red-tailed hawks taking flight\, along with abundant butterflies and dragonflies. By late July\, the first migratory birds begin their journey south.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: $20 / $16 for members  \n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWalking Tour(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that if only 1 ticket shows as available during the purchase process\, that is the last ticket available.  \n\n\n\nBEFORE RESERVING YOUR SPOT\, PLEASE NOTE:\n\n\n\n\nTickets: There is no need to print tickets! Attendees will be checked in by name. \n\n\n\nWhere To Go: Check-in takes place at the Gothic Arch near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: Walking tour routes cover hilly\, grassy\, and uneven terrain. This tour is not accessible for those using wheelchairs or other mobility aids and may be difficult for those with balance or other mobility issues. There is no place to sit down during the tour. For other disability-related accommodations\, contact us at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1 or events@green-wood.com. This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10. We strongly encourage attendees to wear suitable footwear. \n\n\n\nA Little More About Safety: Unless there is a medical emergency\, it may be difficult to exit quickly during the tour. Please consider these limitations before purchasing tickets. \n\n\n\nRefunds: All ticket sales are final. Refunds are only permissible if the tour is canceled by Green-Wood. Tickets cannot be exchanged for a different tour date.  \n\n\n\nInclement Weather Policy: We monitor weather conditions throughout the day for the best chance of proceeding with the tour and will not make a final decision until approximately 3 hours before the start of the tour. Cancellations will be announced via Eventbrite email blasts\, so check your email and spam folders. 
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/birding-in-peace-30/2026-06-28/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155906
CREATED:20260310T160000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T204250Z
UID:10037253-1782644400-1782648000@www.green-wood.com
SUMMARY:Grave Beginnings: Green-Wood by Trolley 
DESCRIPTION:Credit: Maike Schulz\n\n\n\n\n\nDiscover 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; and more. The tour also highlights other influential individuals who contributed to the city’s cultural\, scientific\, and civic life.  \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrolley Tour(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nThis tour series is funded by Simons Foundation International and administered by the Simons Foundation’s Science\, Society & Culture division.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that if only 1 ticket shows as available during the purchase process\, that is the last ticket available. \n\n\n\nBefore Purchasing A Ticket\, Please Note:\n\n\n\n\nTickets: There is no need to print tickets! Attendees will be checked in by name. \n\n\n\nWhere To Go: Check-in takes place at the trolley by the Gothic Arch near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Green-Wood trolley can accommodate up to two wheelchairs. However\, the trolley may make stops where passengers are encouraged to disembark in areas that are not wheelchair accessible. If you need accommodations for any reason\, please contact our staff before reserving tickets at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com. To accommodate a wheelchair or other mobility aid on the trolley\, please contact us at least one week in advance. \n\n\n\nA Little More About Safety: Unless there is a medical emergency\, it may be difficult to exit quickly during the tour. Please consider these limitations before purchasing tickets. This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10. \n\n\n\nInclement Weather Policy: We monitor weather conditions throughout the day for the best chance of proceeding with the tour\, and will not make a final decision until approximately 3 hours before the start of the tour. Cancellations will be announced via Eventbrite email blasts\, so check your email and spam folders. 
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/grave-beginnings-green-wood-by-trolley/2026-06-28/
CATEGORIES:The Green-House at Green-Wood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155906
CREATED:20260310T161029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T204341Z
UID:10037352-1782648000-1782658800@www.green-wood.com
SUMMARY:Last Saturdays: Open Classroom 
DESCRIPTION: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 the goal remains the same: to spark curiosity and help families connect with each other and the Cemetery.   \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nCheck back regularly as we’ll add more seasonal themes throughout the year. Here’s what we have lined up so far:  \n\n\n\nMay 30th – Explore art and nature activities inspired by artist Jean Shin’s earthwork Offering in Green-Wood’s Main Entrance Meadow and Celadon Landscape installation in the Green House.  \n\n\n\nJune 27th – Happy Pride and Caribbean Heritage Month! Celebrate Green-Wood residents Jean-Michel Basquiat\, Emma Stebbins\, and Paul Jabara through collaborative art projects.  \n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go:\n\n\n\n\nTickets: No registration required. Drop in and join us. Seating and activities are first come\, first served. \n\n\n\nAll ages\, recommended for 5+ and caregivers. All children must be accompanied by a caregiver. \n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program takes place at the Green-House (750 Fifth Avenue)\, near the Main Entrance on Fifth Avenue and 25th Street.  \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Green-House is ADA-accessible. If you need accommodations for any reason\, please contact our staff before reserving tickets at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com. 
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/last-saturdays-open-classroom/2026-06-28/
CATEGORIES:The Green-House at Green-Wood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T223000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155906
CREATED:20260327T050000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T184239Z
UID:10037444-1782765000-1782772200@www.green-wood.com
SUMMARY:Moonlight Tour
DESCRIPTION:Credit: Evan Rabeck\n\n\n\n\n\nThere’s no better way to experience Green-Wood than by moonlight. Walk alongside fellow night owls through winding paths and hidden corners\, as the stories of the Cemetery’s most extraordinary residents come alive around you—triumphs\, scandals\, romances\, and legacies etched in stone. Whether it’s your first visit or your twentieth\, this is Green-Wood like you’ve never seen it before.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: $30 / $24 for members  \n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWalking Tour(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that if only 1 ticket shows as available during the purchase process\, that is the last ticket available.  \n\n\n\nBEFORE RESERVING YOUR SPOT\, PLEASE NOTE:\n\n\n\n\nTickets: There is no need to print tickets! Attendees will be checked in by name. \n\n\n\nWhere To Go: Check-in takes place at the Gothic Arch near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: Walking tour routes cover hilly\, grassy\, and uneven terrain. This tour is not accessible for those using wheelchairs or other mobility aids and may be difficult for those with balance or other mobility issues. There is no place to sit down during the tour. For other disability-related accommodations\, contact us at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1 or events@green-wood.com. This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10. We strongly encourage attendees to wear suitable footwear. \n\n\n\nA Little More About Safety: Unless there is a medical emergency\, it may be difficult to exit quickly during the tour. Please consider these limitations before purchasing tickets. \n\n\n\nRefunds: All ticket sales are final. Refunds are only permissible if the tour is canceled by Green-Wood. Tickets cannot be exchanged for a different tour date.  \n\n\n\nInclement Weather Policy: We monitor weather conditions throughout the day for the best chance of proceeding with the tour and will not make a final decision until approximately 3 hours before the start of the tour. Cancellations will be announced via Eventbrite email blasts\, so check your email and spam folders. 
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/moonlight-tour-14/2026-06-29/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155906
CREATED:20260310T160000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T204143Z
UID:10037288-1782901800-1782905400@www.green-wood.com
SUMMARY:Green-Wood on Wheels: Stroller-Friendly Tour  
DESCRIPTION: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 all ages.  \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWalking Tour(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that if only 1 ticket shows as available during the purchase process\, that is the last ticket available. \n\n\n\nBefore Purchasing A Ticket\, Please Note:\n\n\n\n\nTickets: There is no need to print tickets! Attendees will be checked in by name. Only one space may be reserved per person. \n\n\n\nWhere To Go: Check-in takes place at the Green-House on Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (750 Fifth Avenue) all dates except June 3. On June 3\, please check in with Green-Wood staff at the Gothic Arch\, up the hill from our Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: This walking tour follows a route designed for gentle movement over mostly even terrain. However\, some areas of the Cemetery include hills\, grass\, and uneven paths that may be challenging to navigate. The route is not fully ADA-compliant. We strongly recommend wearing suitable footwear. \n\n\n\nA Little More About Safety & Comfort: Unless there is a medical emergency\, it may be difficult to exit quickly during the tour. Restrooms are available at the start and end of the tour\, but not along the route. Please consider these limitations before purchasing tickets. \n\n\n\nInclement Weather Policy: We monitor weather conditions throughout the day for the best chance of proceeding with the tour\, and will not make a final decision until approximately 2 hours before the start of the tour. Cancellations will be announced via Eventbrite email blasts\, so check your email and spam folders. 
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/green-wood-on-wheels-stroller-friendly-tour/2026-07-01/
CATEGORIES:The Green-House at Green-Wood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155906
CREATED:20260327T050000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T190055Z
UID:10037487-1783159200-1783166400@www.green-wood.com
SUMMARY:Brooklyn’s Black Trailblazers
DESCRIPTION:Credit: Green-Wood Staff\n\n\n\n\n\nCelebrating the Black pioneers of Brooklyn\, this trolley tour honors the trailblazers at rest in Green-Wood who shaped art\, activism\, music\, and medicine.  \n\n\n\nVisit the memorials of revolutionary artist Jean-Michel Basquiat\, civil rights leaders Grace Nail Johnson and James Weldon Johnson\, mathematician Charles L. Reason (the first Black college professor in the United States)\, and other visionaries whose legacies live on in the ongoing fight for equality.  \n\n\n\nThis trolley tour is offered for free to make Green-Wood’s rich history more accessible to the public.  \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrolley Tour(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that if only 1 ticket shows as available during the registration process\, that is the last ticket available. \n\n\n\nBefore Purchasing A Ticket\, Please Note:\n\n\n\n\nTickets: There is no need to print tickets! Attendees will be checked in by name. \n\n\n\nWhere To Go: Check-in takes place by the Gothic Arch near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Green-Wood trolley is wheelchair-accessible and ADA-compliant. However\, please note that some stops where you may get off the trolley are not ADA-accessible. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility for trolley tours. In order to accommodate a wheelchair or other mobility aid on the trolley\, arrangements must be made in advance. Please call 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or email events@green-wood.com. \n\n\n\nA Little More About Safety: Unless there is a medical emergency\, it may be difficult to exit quickly during the tour. Please consider these limitations before purchasing tickets. This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10. \n\n\n\nRefunds: All ticket sales are final. Refunds are only permissible if the tour is canceled by Green-Wood. Tickets cannot be exchanged for a different tour date.  \n\n\n\nInclement Weather Policy: We monitor weather conditions throughout the day for the best chance of proceeding with the tour and will not make a final decision until approximately 3 hours before the start of the tour. Cancellations will be announced via Eventbrite email blasts\, so check your email and spam folders. 
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/brooklyns-black-trailblazers-4/2026-07-04/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155906
CREATED:20260109T054831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T175658Z
UID:10037100-1783170000-1783177200@www.green-wood.com
SUMMARY:Discover Green-Wood Trolley Tour
DESCRIPTION:Credit: Green-Wood Staff\n\n\n\n\n\nHop on board our cozy\, warm trolley for an expert-led tour of Green-Wood’s historic landscape and some of the Cemetery’s most intriguing permanent residents. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned explorer\, this is your chance to experience 478 acres of art\, history\, and nature. Walk in the footsteps of George Washington and his troops during the Battle of Brooklyn; visit the grave of Jean-Michel Basquiat\, one of America’s greatest artists; and discover so much more!  \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: $30\, $24 for members \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrolley Tour(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that if only 1 ticket shows as available during the purchase process that is the last ticket available. \n\n\n\nBefore Purchasing A Ticket\, Please Note:\n\n\n\n\nTickets: There is no need to print tickets! Attendees will be checked in by name.\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: Check-in takes place at the trolley by the Gothic Arch near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street).\n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Green-Wood trolley is wheelchair-accessible and ADA compliant. However\, please note that some stops where you may get off the trolley are not ADA accessible. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility for trolley tours. In order to accommodate a wheelchair or other mobility aid on the trolley\, arrangements must be made in advance. Please call 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or email events@green-wood.com.\n\n\n\nA Little More About Safety: Unless there is a medical emergency\, it may be difficult to exit quickly during the tour. Please consider these limitations before purchasing tickets. This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10.\n\n\n\nRefunds: All ticket sales are final. Refunds are only permissible if the tour is canceled by Green-Wood. Tickets cannot be exchanged for a different tour date. \n\n\n\nInclement Weather Policy: We monitor weather conditions throughout the day for the best chance of proceeding with the tour\, and will not make a final decision until approximately 3 hours before the start of the tour. Cancellations will be announced via Eventbrite email blasts\, so check your email and spam folders.\n\n\n\n\nNot a Member?\n\n\n\nClick here for all of our membership levels and information. \n\n\n\nAlready a Member?\n\n\n\nClick the gray tickets button to activate the Eventbrite pop-up\, then click Enter promo code. Type in your ID number and apply your discount. \n\n\n\nQuestions?\n\n\n\nDon’t know your Member ID number? Not sure which ticket or membership type to order? Call 718-210-3080 or email contactus@green-wood.com with any questions.
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/discover-green-wood-trolley-tour-19/2026-07-04/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260705T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260705T073000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155906
CREATED:20260324T163611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T163616Z
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SUMMARY:Birding in Peace
DESCRIPTION:Credit: Evan Rabeck\n\n\n\n\n\nBefore our gates open to the public\, this early morning walking tour provides special access to discover the many birds that call Green-Wood home\, at least temporarily.  \n\n\n\nThroughout the season\, you’ll witness an ever-changing display of wildlife. April brings pine warblers\, woodpeckers\, and thousands of migrating songbirds among the blooming magnolias and dogwoods\, while herons gather at the glacial ponds. May and early June offer peak birding with over 163 species passing through\, including ruby-throated hummingbirds and wood warblers. Summer sees young red-tailed hawks taking flight\, along with abundant butterflies and dragonflies. By late July\, the first migratory birds begin their journey south.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: $20 / $16 for members  \n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWalking Tour(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that if only 1 ticket shows as available during the purchase process\, that is the last ticket available.  \n\n\n\nBEFORE RESERVING YOUR SPOT\, PLEASE NOTE:\n\n\n\n\nTickets: There is no need to print tickets! Attendees will be checked in by name. \n\n\n\nWhere To Go: Check-in takes place at the Gothic Arch near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: Walking tour routes cover hilly\, grassy\, and uneven terrain. This tour is not accessible for those using wheelchairs or other mobility aids and may be difficult for those with balance or other mobility issues. There is no place to sit down during the tour. For other disability-related accommodations\, contact us at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1 or events@green-wood.com. This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10. We strongly encourage attendees to wear suitable footwear. \n\n\n\nA Little More About Safety: Unless there is a medical emergency\, it may be difficult to exit quickly during the tour. Please consider these limitations before purchasing tickets. \n\n\n\nRefunds: All ticket sales are final. Refunds are only permissible if the tour is canceled by Green-Wood. Tickets cannot be exchanged for a different tour date.  \n\n\n\nInclement Weather Policy: We monitor weather conditions throughout the day for the best chance of proceeding with the tour and will not make a final decision until approximately 3 hours before the start of the tour. Cancellations will be announced via Eventbrite email blasts\, so check your email and spam folders. 
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/birding-in-peace-30/2026-07-05/
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SUMMARY:Grave Beginnings: Walking Green-Wood 
DESCRIPTION:Credit: Evan Rabeck\n\n\n\n\n\nDiscover 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 artist Samuel Morse\, who revolutionized long-distance communication.  \n\n\n\nThe tour also highlights other influential individuals who contributed to the city’s cultural\, scientific\, and civic life.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWalking Tour(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nThis tour series is funded by Simons Foundation International and administered by the Simons Foundation’s Science\, Society & Culture division.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that if only 1 ticket shows as available during the purchase process\, that is the last ticket available. \n\n\n\nBefore Purchasing A Ticket\, Please Note:\n\n\n\n\nTickets: There is no need to print tickets! Attendees will be checked in by name. \n\n\n\nWhere To Go: Check-in takes place at the Green-House at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (750 Fifth Avenue). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: Walking tour routes cover hilly\, grassy\, and uneven terrain. This tour is not accessible for those using wheelchairs or other mobility aids and may be difficult for those with balance or other mobility issues. There is no place to sit down during the tour. For other disability-related accommodations\, contact us at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1 or events@green-wood.com. This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10. We strongly encourage attendees to wear suitable footwear. \n\n\n\nInclement Weather Policy: We monitor weather conditions throughout the day for the best chance of proceeding with the tour\, and will not make a final decision until approximately 3 hours before the start of the tour. Cancellations will be announced via Eventbrite email blasts\, so check your email and spam folders. 
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/grave-beginnings-walking-green-wood/2026-07-05/
CATEGORIES:The Green-House at Green-Wood
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T100000
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SUMMARY:Striking Likenesses Trolley Tour
DESCRIPTION:When The Green-Wood Cemetery opened in the early nineteenth century\, posthumous portraiture was a powerful and popular art form\, an intimate way to preserve the presence of the recently departed. These moving likenesses forged a tangible bond between the living and the dead\, transforming grief into enduring beauty.  \n\n\n\nOn this captivating walking tour\, discover the remarkable sculpted and engraved portraits that immortalize some of Green-Wood’s permanent residents. Many were created by the era’s leading artists\, including Daniel Chester French\, John Quincy Ward\, and Charles Calverley. Along the way\, expert guide\, Allison Meier\, will reveal how the Victorian fascination with images of the dead extended beyond the cemetery gates—from painted memorial portraits to poignant postmortem daguerreotypes.  \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: $30\, $24 for members  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrolley Tour(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that if only 1 ticket shows as available during the purchase process\, that is the last ticket available.  \n\n\n\nBefore Purchasing A Ticket\, Please Note:\n\n\n\n\nTickets: There is no need to print tickets! Attendees will be checked in by name. \n\n\n\nWhere To Go: Check-in takes place by the Gothic Arch near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Green-Wood trolley is wheelchair-accessible and ADA-compliant. However\, please note that some stops where you may get off the trolley are not ADA-accessible. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility for trolley tours. In order to accommodate a wheelchair or other mobility aid on the trolley\, arrangements must be made in advance. Please call 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or email events@green-wood.com. \n\n\n\nA Little More About Safety: Unless there is a medical emergency\, it may be difficult to exit quickly during the tour. Please consider these limitations before purchasing tickets. This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10. \n\n\n\nRefunds: All ticket sales are final. Refunds are only permissible if the tour is canceled by Green-Wood. Tickets cannot be exchanged for a different tour date.  \n\n\n\nInclement Weather Policy: We monitor weather conditions throughout the day for the best chance of proceeding with the tour and will not make a final decision until approximately 3 hours before the start of the tour. Cancellations will be announced via Eventbrite email blasts\, so check your email and spam folders. 
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/striking-likenesses-trolley-tour/
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T120000
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CREATED:20260327T050000Z
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UID:10037506-1783765800-1783771200@www.green-wood.com
SUMMARY:Meet the Bees (Members and Hive Sponsors Only)
DESCRIPTION:Join our beekeeper\, Nick Hoefly\, for an on-site exploration of Green-Wood’s beehives! Get an “in-hive” look at the incredible behaviors of honeybees\, from colony workings to gathering nectar to producing honey. You’ll discover what it takes to be a beekeeper as you learn about hive tending and the ancient process of harvesting honey. Prepare to be amazed by these industrious creatures and the artistry and science of beekeeping!   \n\n\n\nProtective gear will be provided\, but this event may not be suitable for those with bee sting allergies. Participants will need to sign a safety and liability waiver at the start of the tour in order to participate. This event is intended for adults\, but kids 10 and up may attend with a legal guardian who can sign the waiver on the minor’s behalf. Tickets are required for all participants\, including kids.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: $20 for members\, $30 for non-member guests   \n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nCurrent 2026 season Beehive Sponsors are eligible for tickets to this tour. Please email contactus@green-wood.com to get access to tickets (limit 2 per sponsorship).   \n\n\n\nLocation: Meet by the Gothic Arch at the Main Entrance (Fifth Avenue & 25th Street) to check in. The group will then walk to the beehives with our beekeeper.   \n\n\n\nBefore Purchasing Your Ticket\, Please Note: \n\n\n\n\nAttendees must follow ALL instructions and guidance from Cemetery staff and volunteers. \n\n\n\nTickets: There is no need to print tickets! Attendees will be checked in by name. \n\n\n\nWhere To Go: Check-in takes place at the Arch near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nFor Your Safety: Walking tour routes cover hilly\, grassy\, and uneven terrain. This tour is not accessible for those using wheelchairs or other mobility aids and may be difficult for those with balance or other mobility issues. There is no place to sit down during the tour. For other disability-related accommodations\, contact us at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com. This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10. We strongly encourage attendees to wear suitable footwear.  \n\n\n\nA Little More About Safety: Unless there is a medical emergency\, it may be difficult to easily exit during the tour. Please consider these limitations before purchasing tickets. \n\n\n\nRefunds and exchanges: Ticket sales are final. No exchanges or refunds unless the tour is canceled. If a rain date is scheduled\, tickets will be honored only on that date. \n\n\n\nInclement Weather Policy: We monitor the weather throughout the day for the best chance of proceeding with the tour\, and will not make a final decision until at least 3 hours before the start of the tour. Cancellations will be announced via Eventbrite email blasts\, so check your email and spam folders. \n\n\n\nYour membership must be active at the time of the event. Each member is allowed a number of member tickets in line with their membership benefits. Purchases that do not follow these guidelines may be canceled and refunded. Please click here to view ticket allowances for members-only events. \n\n\n\n\nNot a Member?\n\n\n\nClick here for all of our membership levels and information. \n\n\n\nAlready a Member?\n\n\n\nClick the register button above to activate the Eventbrite pop-up\, then click “Enter password.” Type in the provided password to get access to registration. No need to use your member password\, as this is a free event. \n\n\n\nQuestions?\n\n\n\nDon’t know your Member ID number? Not sure which ticket or membership type to order? Call 718-210-3080 or email contactus@green-wood.com with any questions.
URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/meet-the-bees-members-and-hive-sponsors-only-2/2026-07-11/1/
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