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Green-Wood After Hours
Join us for this special after-hours experience as we explore Green-Wood under the night sky, when the familiar landscape takes on a new character. You'll journey past magnificent monuments and along peaceful paths, discovering the fascinating stories of remarkable New Yorkers who shaped our history and culture. The evening culminates with a special treat—rare access ... Read more
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Open Studios: 2024–2025 Artists in Residence
Green-Wood’s current Artists in Residence, the duo Shanzhai Lyric, invite the public to step inside their studio space and get a behind-the-scenes look at their ongoing research on the community of monk parakeets, or Quaker parrots, that call Gothic Arch home. Visitors will encounter readings, writings, recordings, and other materials that inform their residency project, ... Read more
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Green-Wood’s Greatest Hits
Whether it's your first visit or your hundredth visit to Green-Wood, this walking tour offers a fresh, thrilling 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 ... Read more
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Green-Wood on Wheels: Stroller-Friendly Walking Tour
Looking for a peaceful outdoor space to take a stroll with your baby? Join us at Green-Wood for a stroller-friendly walk, designed for parents and caregivers who want to get outside, meet other families, and enjoy a dash of history along the way! In partnership with Park Slope Parents, this leisurely walk is a chance to ... Read more
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Post Turkey Day Walking Tour
After you’ve devoured the turkey and stuffed yourself with pumpkin pie, escape from the house—especially if you need a break from your guests—and enjoy a walking tour of Green-Wood. Or if the whole family is still getting along, bring everyone! Be sure to dress warmly to enjoy a late autumn stroll in one of New ... Read more
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Discover Green-Wood Trolley Tour
Hop on board our comfortable, temperature-controlled trolley for an expert-led tour of Green-Wood's historic landscape and most intriguing permanent residents. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned explorer, this is your chance to explore 478 acres of art, history, and nature. Walk in the footsteps of George Washington and his troops during the Battle ... Read more
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Green-Wood After Hours
Join us for this special after-hours experience as we explore Green-Wood under the night sky, when the familiar landscape takes on a new character. You'll journey past magnificent monuments and along peaceful paths, discovering the fascinating stories of remarkable New Yorkers who shaped our history and culture. The evening culminates with a special treat—rare access ... Read more
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Egyptomania at Green-Wood Trolley Tour
Step back in time and uncover the Victorian obsession with ancient Egypt right here at Green-Wood! Since its founding in 1838, the Cemetery has been a canvas for the era’s fascination with the enigmatic world of sandy dunes, scarabs, and the Pharaohs. Marvel at the array of Egyptian-inspired monuments and mausoleums that grace the grounds—from ... Read more
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Discover Green-Wood Trolley Tour
Hop on board our comfortable, temperature-controlled trolley for an expert-led tour of Green-Wood's historic landscape and most intriguing permanent residents. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned explorer, this is your chance to explore 478 acres of art, history, and nature. Walk in the footsteps of George Washington and his troops during the Battle ... Read more
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Sunday in the Cemetery
Sunday in the Cemetery is a day-long exploration of mortality at Green-Wood. We invite you to candidly engage with grief and death through a compassionate, supportive lens. This free, open-house style event brings together leading experts for engaging talks, workshops, and guided tours that illuminate end-of-life care, funeral traditions, and memorial arts. Through personal stories ... 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.