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After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
(SOLD OUT) Spirited Stroll
(SOLD OUT) Spirited Stroll
This tour is sold out. Click here for a full list of upcoming programs. A perennial favorite! Get into the autumnal mood and enjoy a cool, crisp day exploring Green-Wood’s beautiful fall foliage. Historian Jeff Richman will lead this popular tour filled with tales of murder, mayhem, spirits, and the utterly bizarre. Visit the graves ... Read more
Latent Teloneum
Latent Teloneum
Since January 2021, Heidi Lau, Green-Wood’s artist in residence, has been creating ceramic sculptures in a studio space on the first floor of the Fort Hamilton Gatehouse. Just above her a large attic sat relatively quiet except for spiders busily weaving their webs. Nearing the end of her residency, Lau has invited Nikholis Planck for a two-person exhibition in the attic, which has been unlocked for the public’s viewing.
2 events,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
Día de los Muertos
Día de los Muertos
Discover the rich history and traditions associated with the Mexican holiday Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) through crafts, activities, and food for families with kids of all ages. Celebrated throughout Mexico from October 31st to November 2nd, this holiday is a time for family and friends to commemorate departed loved ones through ... Read more
2 events,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
History Happy Hour: Hidden Green-Wood Part 2
History Happy Hour: Hidden Green-Wood Part 2
Green-Wood isn’t wanting for extraordinary and monumental tombs, but many of its most remarkable residents lay buried under unmarked, modest, or sunken stones. It’s no wonder that visitors spend so much time looking for graves that are often easy to miss! You’ll learn about some of Green-Wood’s lesser-known—but equally fascinating—monuments across our 478 acres. We’ll ... Read more
1 event,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
1 event,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
1 event,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
6 events,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
Above and Beyond: Soldiers and Civilians of World War II
Above and Beyond: Soldiers and Civilians of World War II
Cemeteries are more than places for the dead, they are places for the living to remember and honor those who came before us, allowing their legacies to live on. That’s why Green-Wood launched its World War II Project in February 2021—eighty years after America entered the war. With the help of friends and family, we’re ... Read more
Latent Teloneum
Latent Teloneum
Since January 2021, Heidi Lau, Green-Wood’s artist in residence, has been creating ceramic sculptures in a studio space on the first floor of the Fort Hamilton Gatehouse. Just above her a large attic sat relatively quiet except for spiders busily weaving their webs. Nearing the end of her residency, Lau has invited Nikholis Planck for a two-person exhibition in the attic, which has been unlocked for the public’s viewing.
4 events,
Birding in Peace
Birding in Peace
Before our gates open to the general public, birding expert Rob Jett leads these peaceful Sunday morning walking tours to discover the many birds that call Green-Wood home.
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
Latent Teloneum
Latent Teloneum
Since January 2021, Heidi Lau, Green-Wood’s artist in residence, has been creating ceramic sculptures in a studio space on the first floor of the Fort Hamilton Gatehouse. Just above her a large attic sat relatively quiet except for spiders busily weaving their webs. Nearing the end of her residency, Lau has invited Nikholis Planck for a two-person exhibition in the attic, which has been unlocked for the public’s viewing.
1 event,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
1 event,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
2 events,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
Violet Oakley: Painting the Way
Violet Oakley: Painting the Way
With over 575,000 permanent residents, there’s no shortage of incredible stories at Green-Wood—and Violet Oakley’s does not disappoint! Defying all societal expectations in the early twentieth century, Oakley became the first American woman to land a public mural commission—for the Pennsylvania State capitol—at only 28 years old, which was unheard of in a male dominated ... Read more
1 event,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
1 event,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
7 events,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
Murder, Mayhem, and Disaster
Murder, Mayhem, and Disaster
It may surprise you to hear that serene, beautiful Green-Wood is the final resting place for many victims who met brutal, violent ends. Join veteran tour guide Ruth Edebohls to hear some of their fascinating, and mostly tragic, tales, including the sinking of the SS Morro Castle and possible murder of her captain; the Malbone ... Read more
Latent Teloneum
Latent Teloneum
Since January 2021, Heidi Lau, Green-Wood’s artist in residence, has been creating ceramic sculptures in a studio space on the first floor of the Fort Hamilton Gatehouse. Just above her a large attic sat relatively quiet except for spiders busily weaving their webs. Nearing the end of her residency, Lau has invited Nikholis Planck for a two-person exhibition in the attic, which has been unlocked for the public’s viewing.
3 events,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
Latent Teloneum
Latent Teloneum
Since January 2021, Heidi Lau, Green-Wood’s artist in residence, has been creating ceramic sculptures in a studio space on the first floor of the Fort Hamilton Gatehouse. Just above her a large attic sat relatively quiet except for spiders busily weaving their webs. Nearing the end of her residency, Lau has invited Nikholis Planck for a two-person exhibition in the attic, which has been unlocked for the public’s viewing.
Green-Wood’s Greatest Hits
Green-Wood’s Greatest Hits
Join our expert tour guides to explore Green-Wood’s historic landscape and most fascinating permanent residents. If you have never been to the Cemetery, this is your opportunity to discover the highlights of some of its 478 acres of art, history, and nature! On this walking tour, you will tread where George Washington and his troops ... Read more
2 events,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
Death Cafe: After the End Edition
Death Cafe: After the End Edition
“The moon is a stone and the sky is full of deadly hardware, but oh God, how beautiful anyway.” —Margaret Atwood In this special edition Death Cafe, we will be joined by artists Candy Chang and James Reeves, whose newest collaboration, After the End, is currently on view in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel. Candy and James ... Read more
2 events,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
History Happy Hour: Silent Cities—Designing the Urban Cemetery
History Happy Hour: Silent Cities—Designing the Urban Cemetery
Why do cemeteries across America (and even around the world) seem to all look eerily similar? Join us as we journey through the history of US cemeteries, exploring how they came to be what they are. From the winding roads and extravagant landscaping to the almost cookie-cutter design of gravestones and mausoleums, there’s a reason ... Read more
2 events,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
Death Café
Death Café
The Death Café is inspired by the centuries-old European salon (or café), an informal gathering to discuss philosophical, political or scientific ideas. In 2011, British entrepreneur Jon Underwood brought this concept to discussions of the most universal topic of all: death. Underwood’s intention was to provide an opportunity to “increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their lives.” Today, there are over 4,400 Death Cafes in 26 countries around the world.
2 events,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
Buried Alive: Preventing Grave Errors
Buried Alive: Preventing Grave Errors
Fear of being buried alive has haunted humanity for much of history. The possibility that we could be interred prematurely and slowly wither away, fully conscious and underground, has been the cause for many horror stories and nightmares. Although medicine would eventually provide the critical knowledge to determine if someone had actually died, innovative and ... Read more
1 event,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
6 events,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
Women Who Walked Ahead
Women Who Walked Ahead
In celebration and recognition of the women who challenged the social, cultural, and political order of the nineteenth and early twentieth century, this trolley tour will highlight some of Green-Wood’s pioneering women and their remarkable stories. You’ll be inspired by Isabella Goodwin, the first woman detective in New York City; socialite and philanthropist Louisine Havemeyer, ... Read more
Latent Teloneum
Latent Teloneum
Since January 2021, Heidi Lau, Green-Wood’s artist in residence, has been creating ceramic sculptures in a studio space on the first floor of the Fort Hamilton Gatehouse. Just above her a large attic sat relatively quiet except for spiders busily weaving their webs. Nearing the end of her residency, Lau has invited Nikholis Planck for a two-person exhibition in the attic, which has been unlocked for the public’s viewing.
4 events,
Birding in Peace
Birding in Peace
Before our gates open to the general public, birding expert Rob Jett leads these peaceful Sunday morning walking tours to discover the many birds that call Green-Wood home.
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
Latent Teloneum
Latent Teloneum
Since January 2021, Heidi Lau, Green-Wood’s artist in residence, has been creating ceramic sculptures in a studio space on the first floor of the Fort Hamilton Gatehouse. Just above her a large attic sat relatively quiet except for spiders busily weaving their webs. Nearing the end of her residency, Lau has invited Nikholis Planck for a two-person exhibition in the attic, which has been unlocked for the public’s viewing.
1 event,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
1 event,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
1 event,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
1 event,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
2 events,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
Post Turkey Day Walking Tour
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 house guests or Zoom gatherings—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 ... Read more
5 events,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
Latent Teloneum
Latent Teloneum
Since January 2021, Heidi Lau, Green-Wood’s artist in residence, has been creating ceramic sculptures in a studio space on the first floor of the Fort Hamilton Gatehouse. Just above her a large attic sat relatively quiet except for spiders busily weaving their webs. Nearing the end of her residency, Lau has invited Nikholis Planck for a two-person exhibition in the attic, which has been unlocked for the public’s viewing.
Discover Green-Wood: Trolley Tour
Discover Green-Wood: Trolley Tour
Join our expert tour guides aboard Green-Wood’s trolley to explore the Cemetery’s historic landscape and most fascinating permanent residents. If you have never been to Green-Wood, this is your opportunity to discover its 478 acres of art, history, and nature! You will tread where George Washington and his troops fought in the Battle of Brooklyn, ... Read more
3 events,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
Latent Teloneum
Latent Teloneum
Since January 2021, Heidi Lau, Green-Wood’s artist in residence, has been creating ceramic sculptures in a studio space on the first floor of the Fort Hamilton Gatehouse. Just above her a large attic sat relatively quiet except for spiders busily weaving their webs. Nearing the end of her residency, Lau has invited Nikholis Planck for a two-person exhibition in the attic, which has been unlocked for the public’s viewing.
Green-Wood’s Greatest Hits
Green-Wood’s Greatest Hits
Join our expert tour guides to explore Green-Wood’s historic landscape and most fascinating permanent residents. If you have never been to the Cemetery, this is your opportunity to discover the highlights of some of its 478 acres of art, history, and nature! On this walking tour, you will tread where George Washington and his troops ... Read more
1 event,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
1 event,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
1 event,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
1 event,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
1 event,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
3 events,
After the End
After the End
Describe your loss. This simple prompt will be asked of each visitor to After the End, a new site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel.
Latent Teloneum
Latent Teloneum
Since January 2021, Heidi Lau, Green-Wood’s artist in residence, has been creating ceramic sculptures in a studio space on the first floor of the Fort Hamilton Gatehouse. Just above her a large attic sat relatively quiet except for spiders busily weaving their webs. Nearing the end of her residency, Lau has invited Nikholis Planck for a two-person exhibition in the attic, which has been unlocked for the public’s viewing.
Discover Green-Wood: Trolley Tour
Discover Green-Wood: Trolley Tour
Join our expert tour guides aboard Green-Wood’s trolley to explore the Cemetery’s historic landscape and most fascinating permanent residents. If you have never been to Green-Wood, this is your opportunity to discover its 478 acres of art, history, and nature! You will tread where George Washington and his troops fought in the Battle of Brooklyn, ... 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.
