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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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. Price: $30 / $24 for members Get Tickets var exampleCallback = function() { console.log('Order complete!'); }; window.EBWidgets.createWidget({ widgetType: 'checkout', eventId: ... Read more
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Birding in Peace
Before 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. Throughout 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 ... 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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Memorial Day Concert
Green-Wood’s cherished Memorial Day concert returns for its 26th year, just in time to kick off the 250th anniversary of the United States. Grab a blanket, pack a picnic, and bring your friends to enjoy this unforgettable afternoon. We’re thrilled to welcome back the talented musicians of the ISO Symphonic Band at Third Street, led by Music ... Read more
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Toddler Takeover at the Green-House
Move over, big kids! On Tuesday mornings, it's toddler time at the Green-House. Bring your little ones to the most fun pop-up play zone in Sunset Park for a morning of songs, stories, and sensory exploration. Got a train enthusiast? They'll love the Cemetery’s toy trolleys! A budding builder? Our foam mausoleum blocks are perfect for tiny architects. Junior scientists ... Read more
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TGIF! Afterschool Story and Craft Hour
In partnership with The Brooklyn Public Library Kick off the weekend with story time and crafts at Green-Wood! Settle in for an hour of captivating read-alouds followed by a creative hands-on activity. Presented in partnership with Brooklyn Public Library, these sessions are led by Kidsmobile Librarian Michaela Donahue, who brings wonderful book selections perfect for young readers. Once a month, the Library's Bookmobile will ... Read more
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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. Price: $30 / $24 for members Get Tickets var exampleCallback = function() { console.log('Order complete!'); }; window.EBWidgets.createWidget({ widgetType: 'checkout', eventId: ... Read more
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PollinaTours of Green-Wood
Rain date: Saturday, June 6th Take a summer stroll through Green-Wood and there’s one thing you’ll see (and hear) at every turn—wild bees going about their daily routine. Bee biologist Sarah Kornbluth of the American Museum of Natural History leads this walking tour to highlight these noisy and industrious creatures, how they live, the resources they need, and where ... Read more
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Bugging Out!
Herbivores and carnivores, pollinators and parasites, beautiful and, sometimes, frightening, at least 950 species—and counting—of insects and spiders have been identified in Green-Wood. Join us for an eye-opening afternoon of insect watching, which, like birdwatching, allows you to observe these tiny invertebrates in their natural habitat. Price: $25 / $20 for members Get Tickets var exampleCallback = function() { console.log('Order complete!'); }; window.EBWidgets.createWidget({ widgetType: 'checkout', ... 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.