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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 
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 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 |
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Stitching 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, ... Read more |
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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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Join us for the inauguration of Jean Shin's Offering, a site-specific installation in Green-Wood's entrance meadow. Inspired by Korean tumuli burial mounds, Offering honors trees that have lived and died at the Cemetery, transforming fallen trunks, branches, and leaves into a living memorial. As these natural materials decompose, they will nourish the soil and fuel ... Read more |
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The Death Cafe is a simple yet powerful idea: bring people together to openly discuss one of life’s greatest truths—death. With thousands of chapters in over 90 countries, Death Cafes are informal gatherings designed to "increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their lives." There’s no set agenda, but conversations might ... Read more |
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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.