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Birding in Peace
Birding in Peace
Before our gates open to the general public, birding expert Rob Jett leads these peaceful early morning walking tours to discover the many birds that make Green-Wood their home—at least temporarily. Green-Wood’s official birding checklist will be made available to all attendees, or you can print it in advance here. And depending when you stop by, ... Read more
Gardens as Cosmic Terrains
Gardens as Cosmic Terrains
An Installation in the Catacombs by Heidi Lau May 7 - July 10, 2022Saturdays and Sundays11:00am-5:00pm This installation has been extended through July 10th due to popular demand! Heidi Lau became Green-Wood’s first-ever artist in residence in 2021 and her installation in the Catacombs is a culmination of a year-long exploration of the Cemetery. Her ... Read more
(Canceled) Green-Wood’s Greatest Hits
(Canceled) Green-Wood’s Greatest Hits
Join our expert tour guides to explore Green-Wood’s historic landscape and visit its 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 ... Read more
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Memorial Day Concert
Memorial Day Concert
Green-Wood’s much-loved Memorial Day concert returns after a two-year hiatus! Bring a blanket, picnic, and all your friends to join us for this beloved kick-off to summer. We welcome back The New York City Symphonic Band at Third Street, led by music director Paul Corn and hosted by guest conductor Brian P. Worsdale. Each year ... Read more
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The Gala for Green-Wood
The Gala for Green-Wood
Come spend a summer evening celebrating the majesty of Green-Wood! As one of the most unique evenings in all of New York City, The Gala for Green-Wood is truly a magical experience. After the gates close to the public, we will start with drinks and music in front of the iconic Arch. A short stroll ... Read more
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Green-Wood at Night
Green-Wood at Night
Long after Green-Wood’s gates close to the public, explore its historic grounds under the cover of night. You’ll discover some of the Cemetery’s most stunning monuments and infamous permanent residents, including the ostentatious memorial to “The Soda Fountain King” John Matthews, the formerly unmarked grave of gang leader William Poole (better known as “Bill the ... Read more
4 events,
Brooklyn Bridge at Green-Wood Trolley Tour
Brooklyn Bridge at Green-Wood Trolley Tour
Join Jeff Richman, Green-Wood's historian and the author of the recently -published Building the Brooklyn Bridge, 1869-1883: An Illustrated History with Images in 3D, for a visit to the graves of the many Cemetery residents who played key roles in the construction of the New York City icon. We'll visit the assistant engineers who built ... Read more
Gardens as Cosmic Terrains
Gardens as Cosmic Terrains
An Installation in the Catacombs by Heidi Lau May 7 - July 10, 2022Saturdays and Sundays11:00am-5:00pm This installation has been extended through July 10th due to popular demand! Heidi Lau became Green-Wood’s first-ever artist in residence in 2021 and her installation in the Catacombs is a culmination of a year-long exploration of the Cemetery. Her ... Read more
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
4 events,
Birding in Peace
Birding in Peace
Before our gates open to the general public, birding expert Rob Jett leads these peaceful early morning walking tours to discover the many birds that make Green-Wood their home—at least temporarily. Green-Wood’s official birding checklist will be made available to all attendees, or you can print it in advance here. And depending when you stop by, ... Read more
Gardens as Cosmic Terrains
Gardens as Cosmic Terrains
An Installation in the Catacombs by Heidi Lau May 7 - July 10, 2022Saturdays and Sundays11:00am-5:00pm This installation has been extended through July 10th due to popular demand! Heidi Lau became Green-Wood’s first-ever artist in residence in 2021 and her installation in the Catacombs is a culmination of a year-long exploration of the Cemetery. Her ... Read more
Secrets in Stone
Secrets in Stone
There is a secret language at Green-Wood that is etched in its centuries-old monuments. Everywhere you turn—inverted torches, bales of wheat, hourglasses with wings, flora and fauna of all types. This eye-opening walking tour will showcase these curious depictions and let you in on the secret meanings of these eternal, though often cryptic, symbols. Location: ... Read more
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Graveyard Shift: Circuit des Yeux
Graveyard Shift: Circuit des Yeux
Co-Presented with Pioneer Works The Graveyard Shift series returns in 2022 with special outdoor performances by Chicago-based experimental songwriter Circuit des Yeux and Brooklyn-based composer and producer Faten Kanaan. American cemeteries of the nineteenth century were akin to public parks and once saw visitors picnicking on the lawns, strolling down meandering paths, and socializing together as ... Read more
2 events,
Green-Wood at Night
Green-Wood at Night
Long after Green-Wood’s gates close to the public, explore its historic grounds under the cover of night. You’ll discover some of the Cemetery’s most stunning monuments and infamous permanent residents, including the ostentatious memorial to “The Soda Fountain King” John Matthews, the formerly unmarked grave of gang leader William Poole (better known as “Bill the ... Read more
Moonlight Tour
Moonlight Tour
Join other fearless trekkers to explore Green-Wood’s intriguing monuments and unforgettable Catacombs under the glow of the full moon. Historian Jeff Richman leads these immensely popular walking tours, which begin at sunset and are accompanied by the ethereal and atmospheric sounds of live accordion music. Buy your tickets soon; these tours always sell out. Location: ... Read more
5 events,
Before Central Park Trolley Tour
Before Central Park Trolley Tour
World-famous Central Park stretches across 843 acres of prime Manhattan real estate. But few people know the story of how its land was acquired for the public—and from whom. Not surprisingly, it turns out that many of those whose land became part of the park are interred at Green-Wood. Join Sara Cedar Miller, Central Park ... Read more
Gardens as Cosmic Terrains
Gardens as Cosmic Terrains
An Installation in the Catacombs by Heidi Lau May 7 - July 10, 2022Saturdays and Sundays11:00am-5:00pm This installation has been extended through July 10th due to popular demand! Heidi Lau became Green-Wood’s first-ever artist in residence in 2021 and her installation in the Catacombs is a culmination of a year-long exploration of the Cemetery. Her ... Read more
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,
Birding in Peace
Birding in Peace
Before our gates open to the general public, birding expert Rob Jett leads these peaceful early morning walking tours to discover the many birds that make Green-Wood their home—at least temporarily. Green-Wood’s official birding checklist will be made available to all attendees, or you can print it in advance here. And depending when you stop by, ... Read more
Gardens as Cosmic Terrains
Gardens as Cosmic Terrains
An Installation in the Catacombs by Heidi Lau May 7 - July 10, 2022Saturdays and Sundays11:00am-5:00pm This installation has been extended through July 10th due to popular demand! Heidi Lau became Green-Wood’s first-ever artist in residence in 2021 and her installation in the Catacombs is a culmination of a year-long exploration of the Cemetery. Her ... Read more
GREEN-WOOD’S GREATEST HITS
GREEN-WOOD’S GREATEST HITS
Join our expert tour guides to explore Green-Wood’s historic landscape and visit its 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 ... Read more
1 event,
Mass for the Endangered: Dress Rehearsal
Mass for the Endangered: Dress Rehearsal
“Mass for the Endangered shines with multi-layered singing of uncommon beauty…Snider's eco-inspired Mass for the Endangered is a blast from the past that resonates profoundly in the present.”-NPR The Long Story For her extraordinary Mass for the Endangered, composer Sarah Kirkland Snider has set the traditional Latin text of the Mass, written and re-interpreted by ... Read more
3 events,
Black Grief and Loss
Black Grief and Loss
In this illuminating workshop, Dr. Tashel Bordere offers an inside look at historical and modern-day healing rituals for death and non-death loss in the Black community. Together, attendees will explore the multifaceted process of grief and coping, the lived experiences of trauma loss and “suffocated grief,” and culturally responsive after-death-care rituals for both the deceased ... Read more
Mass for the Endangered
Mass for the Endangered
“Mass for the Endangered shines with multi-layered singing of uncommon beauty…Snider's eco-inspired Mass for the Endangered is a blast from the past that resonates profoundly in the present.”- NPR The Long Story For her extraordinary Mass for the Endangered, composer Sarah Kirkland Snider has set the traditional Latin text of the Mass, written and re-interpreted ... Read more
Mass for the Endangered
Mass for the Endangered
“Mass for the Endangered shines with multi-layered singing of uncommon beauty…Snider's eco-inspired Mass for the Endangered is a blast from the past that resonates profoundly in the present.”- NPR The Long Story For her extraordinary Mass for the Endangered, composer Sarah Kirkland Snider has set the traditional Latin text of the Mass, written and re-interpreted ... Read more
2 events,
Mass for the Endangered
Mass for the Endangered
“Mass for the Endangered shines with multi-layered singing of uncommon beauty…Snider's eco-inspired Mass for the Endangered is a blast from the past that resonates profoundly in the present.”- NPR The Long Story For her extraordinary Mass for the Endangered, composer Sarah Kirkland Snider has set the traditional Latin text of the Mass, written and re-interpreted ... Read more
Mass for the Endangered
Mass for the Endangered
“Mass for the Endangered shines with multi-layered singing of uncommon beauty…Snider's eco-inspired Mass for the Endangered is a blast from the past that resonates profoundly in the present.”- NPR The Long Story For her extraordinary Mass for the Endangered, composer Sarah Kirkland Snider has set the traditional Latin text of the Mass, written and re-interpreted ... Read more
2 events,
Mass for the Endangered
Mass for the Endangered
“Mass for the Endangered shines with multi-layered singing of uncommon beauty…Snider's eco-inspired Mass for the Endangered is a blast from the past that resonates profoundly in the present.”- NPR The Long Story For her extraordinary Mass for the Endangered, composer Sarah Kirkland Snider has set the traditional Latin text of the Mass, written and re-interpreted ... Read more
Mass for the Endangered
Mass for the Endangered
“Mass for the Endangered shines with multi-layered singing of uncommon beauty…Snider's eco-inspired Mass for the Endangered is a blast from the past that resonates profoundly in the present.”- NPR The Long Story For her extraordinary Mass for the Endangered, composer Sarah Kirkland Snider has set the traditional Latin text of the Mass, written and re-interpreted ... Read more
2 events,
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.
Green-Wood at Night
Green-Wood at Night
Long after Green-Wood’s gates close to the public, explore its historic grounds under the cover of night. You’ll discover some of the Cemetery’s most stunning monuments and infamous permanent residents, including the ostentatious memorial to “The Soda Fountain King” John Matthews, the formerly unmarked grave of gang leader William Poole (better known as “Bill the ... Read more
3 events,
Gardens as Cosmic Terrains
Gardens as Cosmic Terrains
An Installation in the Catacombs by Heidi Lau May 7 - July 10, 2022Saturdays and Sundays11:00am-5:00pm This installation has been extended through July 10th due to popular demand! Heidi Lau became Green-Wood’s first-ever artist in residence in 2021 and her installation in the Catacombs is a culmination of a year-long exploration of the Cemetery. Her ... Read more
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 at Night
Green-Wood at Night
Long after Green-Wood’s gates close to the public, explore its historic grounds under the cover of night. You’ll discover some of the Cemetery’s most stunning monuments and infamous permanent residents, including the ostentatious memorial to “The Soda Fountain King” John Matthews, the formerly unmarked grave of gang leader William Poole (better known as “Bill the ... Read more
4 events,
Birding in Peace
Birding in Peace
Before our gates open to the general public, birding expert Rob Jett leads these peaceful early morning walking tours to discover the many birds that make Green-Wood their home—at least temporarily. Green-Wood’s official birding checklist will be made available to all attendees, or you can print it in advance here. And depending when you stop by, ... Read more
Juneteenth Trolley Tour
Juneteenth Trolley Tour
Join us to recognize and honor men and women who fought for emancipation and those who fought for the civil liberties of Black Americans well into the twentieth century. The tour will be led by Green-Wood Historian Jeff Richman, along with Moses Phillips, lecturer in ethnomusicology, music theory, and critical theory at Medgar Evers College. ... Read more
Gardens as Cosmic Terrains
Gardens as Cosmic Terrains
An Installation in the Catacombs by Heidi Lau May 7 - July 10, 2022Saturdays and Sundays11:00am-5:00pm This installation has been extended through July 10th due to popular demand! Heidi Lau became Green-Wood’s first-ever artist in residence in 2021 and her installation in the Catacombs is a culmination of a year-long exploration of the Cemetery. Her ... Read more
1 event,
Juneteenth Community Legacy Project Family Activities
Juneteenth Community Legacy Project Family Activities
The kids are out of school, so bring them to Green-Wood for Juneteenth to enjoy free art-
making and tours! In partnership with ASNEAA Community Legacy Project (CLP), families are
invited to participate in Arts as Advocacy creative projects and visit the gravesites of Black,
Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) pioneers. Recommended for ages 5 and up (but all ages
welcome).
1 event,
The Moth Mainstage
The Moth Mainstage
This event has been moved to the rain date of June 23rd, due to inclement weather. The Moth returns to Green-Wood! The Moth is true stories, told live and without notes. The Moth celebrates the ability of stories to honor both the diversity and commonality of human experience, and to satisfy a vital human need ... Read more
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Green-Wood at Night
Green-Wood at Night
Long after Green-Wood’s gates close to the public, explore its historic grounds under the cover of night. You’ll discover some of the Cemetery’s most stunning monuments and infamous permanent residents, including the ostentatious memorial to “The Soda Fountain King” John Matthews, the formerly unmarked grave of gang leader William Poole (better known as “Bill the ... Read more
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Murder, Mayhem, and Disaster Trolley Tour
Murder, Mayhem, and Disaster Trolley Tour
It may surprise you to hear that serene, beautiful Green-Wood is the final resting place for many victims who met brutal, violent ends. This trolley tour has it all: heartbreak, tragic accidents, murderous deeds, and all of the dreadful details. You will discover the sinking of the SS Morro Castle and possible murder of her ... Read more
PollinaTours of Green-Wood
PollinaTours of Green-Wood
Rain date: Sunday, June 26th Take a summer stroll through Green-Wood and there’s one thing you’ll see (and hear) at every turn—tons of wild bees buzzing about their daily routine. Bee biologist Sarah Kornbluth of the American Museum of Natural History leads this walking tour to highlight how bees live, the resources they need, and ... Read more
Gardens as Cosmic Terrains
Gardens as Cosmic Terrains
An Installation in the Catacombs by Heidi Lau May 7 - July 10, 2022Saturdays and Sundays11:00am-5:00pm This installation has been extended through July 10th due to popular demand! Heidi Lau became Green-Wood’s first-ever artist in residence in 2021 and her installation in the Catacombs is a culmination of a year-long exploration of the Cemetery. Her ... Read more
3 events,
Birding in Peace
Birding in Peace
Before our gates open to the general public, birding expert Rob Jett leads these peaceful early morning walking tours to discover the many birds that make Green-Wood their home—at least temporarily. Green-Wood’s official birding checklist will be made available to all attendees, or you can print it in advance here. And depending when you stop by, ... Read more
Gardens as Cosmic Terrains
Gardens as Cosmic Terrains
An Installation in the Catacombs by Heidi Lau May 7 - July 10, 2022Saturdays and Sundays11:00am-5:00pm This installation has been extended through July 10th due to popular demand! Heidi Lau became Green-Wood’s first-ever artist in residence in 2021 and her installation in the Catacombs is a culmination of a year-long exploration of the Cemetery. Her ... Read more
GREEN-WOOD’S GREATEST HITS
GREEN-WOOD’S GREATEST HITS
Join our expert tour guides to explore Green-Wood’s historic landscape and visit its 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 ... Read more
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Volunteer Pest Monitoring Workshop and Training
Volunteer Pest Monitoring Workshop and Training
In a world of global trade and changing climate, the risks to the health of our plants are increasing. Early detection is the key to successful management of new threats and this starts with people like you! In this two-part workshop you will learn about some of the most pressing threats to our urban forest, ... Read more
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Volunteer Pest Monitoring Workshop and Training
Volunteer Pest Monitoring Workshop and Training
In a world of global trade and changing climate, the risks to the health of our plants are increasing. Early detection is the key to successful management of new threats and this starts with people like you! In this two-part workshop you will learn about some of the most pressing threats to our urban forest, ... Read more
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Green-Wood at Night
Green-Wood at Night
Long after Green-Wood’s gates close to the public, explore its historic grounds under the cover of night. You’ll discover some of the Cemetery’s most stunning monuments and infamous permanent residents, including the ostentatious memorial to “The Soda Fountain King” John Matthews, the formerly unmarked grave of gang leader William Poole (better known as “Bill the ... Read more
3 events,
Gardens as Cosmic Terrains
Gardens as Cosmic Terrains
An Installation in the Catacombs by Heidi Lau May 7 - July 10, 2022Saturdays and Sundays11:00am-5:00pm This installation has been extended through July 10th due to popular demand! Heidi Lau became Green-Wood’s first-ever artist in residence in 2021 and her installation in the Catacombs is a culmination of a year-long exploration of the Cemetery. Her ... Read more
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 at Night
Green-Wood at Night
Long after Green-Wood’s gates close to the public, explore its historic grounds under the cover of night. You’ll discover some of the Cemetery’s most stunning monuments and infamous permanent residents, including the ostentatious memorial to “The Soda Fountain King” John Matthews, the formerly unmarked grave of gang leader William Poole (better known as “Bill the ... 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.
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