Events
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Discover Green-Wood Trolley Tour
Hop 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 ... Read more
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Grave Beginnings: Walking Green-Wood
Discover Green-Wood’s stunning landscape and remarkable history on this free 90-minute walking tour. Perfect for first-time visitors, this introductory tour takes you on a leisurely walk to hear about the lives of pioneering figures such as physicians Abraham and Mary Putnam Jacobi; scientist Eunice Newton Foote, considered the first to discover greenhouse gases; and inventor and ... Read more
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Birding in Peace: Late-Risers Edition (Members Only)
If 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 ... Read more
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Green-Wood’s Greatest Hits
Whether 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. Led 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 ... Read more
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Green-Wood on Wheels: Stroller-Friendly Tour
Green-Wood's stunning landscapes, where history, nature, and community come together. Designed for parents and caregivers, this tour offers the perfect blend of discovery and connection as you uncover fascinating stories and serene beauty at a relaxed, easy-going pace. Meet fellow explorers, enjoy the outdoors, and experience why this Brooklyn landmark is an unforgettable destination for ... Read more
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After Hours Picnic (Members Only)
Join us for our very first after-hours, members-only picnic at Green-Wood! Spend an evening unwinding, spreading out a blanket, and enjoying the view of beautiful Valley Water, reserved just for you. Bring your favorite picnic fare, gather with fellow members, and take in the beauty of the landscape! We ask that you remain in the designated area ... Read more
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Discover Green-Wood Trolley Tour
Hop 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 ... Read more
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Revolutionary Spirits
Delve 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 ... Read more
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The Battle of Brooklyn 250: The Meaning of Freedom
Come gather where this country began. Two hundred and fifty years ago, parts of the first major battle of the Revolutionary War was fought on land that is now Green-Wood, and we're marking the anniversary with our biggest Battle of Brooklyn event ever! Immerse yourself in August 1776 through costumed interpreters, civilian and soldier stories, diverse perspectives on this pivotal moment, and a special ... Read more
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Moonlight Tour
There'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. Price: $30 / $24 ... 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.