Events
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Rooftop Films Presents: The Oldest Person in the World
The Oldest Person in the World is a decade-long odyssey chronicling the ever-changing record holders of the title of oldest person alive. As the title inevitably passes from one supercentenarian to the next, acclaimed filmmaker Sam Green traverses the globe to meet each new record holder, his personal fascination with what the title means becoming entangled ... Read more
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Green-Wood After Hours
Explore Green-Wood under the night sky, where the Cemetery transforms after dark. Discover the stories of remarkable New Yorkers who shaped history and culture and end the evening with rare access to the Catacombs, an underground space few ever see.
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Bugging Out at Night!
Celebrate National Moth Week with an after-hours exploration of Green-Wood’s nocturnal insects. Using special ultraviolet lights, we’ll attract and observe moths, often called the “jewels of the night,” which far outnumber their day-flying cousins, the butterflies. As the lights glow, expect an array of other nighttime visitors to appear, including beetles, ants, true bugs, katydids, and more. This unique evening experience offers ... Read more
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Last Saturdays: Open Classroom
Mark your calendars for the last Saturday of every month! May through November, the Green-House is opening its classroom space for free, drop-in fun for visitors of all ages. Expect two themed hands-on activities that will help you explore the art, history, or nature of Green-Wood! Each gathering will offer something different, but whether you're ... Read more
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Green-Wood After Hours
Explore Green-Wood under the night sky, where the Cemetery transforms after dark. Discover the stories of remarkable New Yorkers who shaped history and culture and end the evening with rare access to the Catacombs, an underground space few ever see.
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Rest in Pace: Green-House
Join Green-Wood's leisurely walking group, Rest in Pace. This welcoming gathering is designed for anyone who loves a good stroll and even better company. 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. It's more than exercise, it's a chance to share your own ... Read more
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Rest in Pace
Join Green-Wood's leisurely walking group, Rest in Pace. This welcoming gathering is designed for anyone who loves a good stroll and even better company. 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. It's more than exercise, it's a chance to share your own ... Read more
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Explore Green-Wood’s Fungal Biodiversity: Mushroom Hotspot
Important Message: Due to the weather, this program was postponed to Sunday, July 26th, from 10am–12pm. Thank you for your understanding! Come learn about fungi at Green-Wood! Join MYCOmmunity Mapping Project on a community science dig to learn about the fungal lives beneath our feet. We will take soil samples in one of Green-Wood’s documented ... 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
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Green-Wood After Hours
Explore Green-Wood under the night sky, where the Cemetery transforms after dark. Discover the stories of remarkable New Yorkers who shaped history and culture and end the evening with rare access to the Catacombs, an underground space few ever see.
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Green-Wood’s public programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature, as well as the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs.