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Discover Green-Wood's stunning landscape and remarkable history on this free hour-long trolley tour. Perfect for first-time visitors, this accessible introduction takes you on a leisurely ride to hear about notable residents, including Auguste Renouard, the “Father of modern-day embalming”; industrialist William Colgate, whose legacy extends far beyond soap; scientist John Draper, a pioneer in photography and chemistry; ... Read more 
Whether it's your first visit to Green-Wood or your hundredth, this walking tour offers a fresh 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 during the ... Read more 
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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There's no better way to experience Green-Wood than by moonlight. Walk alongside fellow night owls through winding paths and hidden corners, as the stories of the Cemetery's most extraordinary residents come alive around you—triumphs, scandals, romances, and legacies etched in stone. Whether it's your first visit or your twentieth, this is Green-Wood like you've never seen it before. Price: $30 / $24 ... Read more |
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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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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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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 
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
Whether it's your first visit to Green-Wood or your hundredth, this walking tour offers a fresh 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 during the ... Read more |
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Green-Wood's stunning landscapes, where history, nature, and community come together. Designed for parents and caregivers, this tour offers the perfect blend of discovery and connection as you uncover fascinating stories and serene beauty at a relaxed, easy-going pace. Meet fellow explorers, enjoy the outdoors, and experience why this Brooklyn landmark is an unforgettable destination for ... Read more |
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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 
Delve into the storied past of distilled spirits in Brooklyn with Green-Wood and our neighbors at Fort Hamilton Distillery. The afternoon kicks off with a trolley tour of the Cemetery to discover influential figures of the Revolutionary War and distillers who made their mark on the young Republic. Afterward, the trolley heads to Fort Hamilton ... Read more |
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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
Discover Green-Wood's stunning landscape and remarkable history on this free hour-long trolley tour. Perfect for first-time visitors, this accessible introduction takes you on a leisurely ride to hear about notable residents, including Auguste Renouard, the “Father of modern-day embalming”; industrialist William Colgate, whose legacy extends far beyond soap; scientist John Draper, a pioneer in photography and chemistry; ... Read more |
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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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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, we’ll talk about the ... Read more |
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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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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
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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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 
If you’ve always wanted to go on a birding tour at Green-Wood but aren’t much of a morning person, this tour is for you! The early bird-er might get the worm, but you can birdwatch at any hour. Join birding expert Rob Jett and a small group of fellow members to roam the grounds while hearing and seeing the ... Read more
Whether it's your first visit to Green-Wood or your hundredth, this walking tour offers a fresh 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 during the ... Read more |
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Green-Wood's stunning landscapes, where history, nature, and community come together. Designed for parents and caregivers, this tour offers the perfect blend of discovery and connection as you uncover fascinating stories and serene beauty at a relaxed, easy-going pace. Meet fellow explorers, enjoy the outdoors, and experience why this Brooklyn landmark is an unforgettable destination for ... Read more 
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 explore topics like burial vs. cremation, green burials, planning funerals ... Read more
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Join us for our very first after-hours, members-only picnic at Green-Wood! Spend an evening unwinding, spreading out a blanket, and enjoying the view of beautiful Valley Water, reserved just for you. Bring your favorite picnic fare, gather with fellow members, and take in the beauty of the landscape! We ask that you remain in the designated area ... Read more |
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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
Delve into the storied past of distilled spirits in Brooklyn with Green-Wood and our neighbors at Fort Hamilton Distillery. The afternoon kicks off with a trolley tour of the Cemetery to discover influential figures of the Revolutionary War and distillers who made their mark on the young Republic. Afterward, the trolley heads to Fort Hamilton ... Read more |
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Come gather where this country began. Two hundred and fifty years ago, parts of the first major battle of the Revolutionary War was fought on land that is now Green-Wood, and we're marking the anniversary with our biggest Battle of Brooklyn event ever! Immerse yourself in August 1776 through costumed interpreters, civilian and soldier stories, diverse perspectives on this pivotal moment, and a special ... Read more |
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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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There's no better way to experience Green-Wood than by moonlight. Walk alongside fellow night owls through winding paths and hidden corners, as the stories of the Cemetery's most extraordinary residents come alive around you—triumphs, scandals, romances, and legacies etched in stone. Whether it's your first visit or your twentieth, this is Green-Wood like you've never seen it before. Price: $30 / $24 ... Read more |
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Mark your calendars for the last Saturday of every month! May through November, the Green-House hosts free, drop-in activities for all ages, featuring two hands-on ways to explore the art, history, and nature of Green-Wood. Design a monument, investigate a nature discovery table, record your family history, or create a painted masterpiece. Each gathering offers something different, but ... Read more
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 |
1 event,
Discover Green-Wood's stunning landscape and remarkable history on this free hour-long trolley tour. Perfect for first-time visitors, this accessible introduction takes you on a leisurely ride to hear about notable residents, including Auguste Renouard, the “Father of modern-day embalming”; industrialist William Colgate, whose legacy extends far beyond soap; scientist John Draper, a pioneer in photography and chemistry; ... Read more |
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Green-Wood's stunning landscapes, where history, nature, and community come together. Designed for parents and caregivers, this tour offers the perfect blend of discovery and connection as you uncover fascinating stories and serene beauty at a relaxed, easy-going pace. Meet fellow explorers, enjoy the outdoors, and experience why this Brooklyn landmark is an unforgettable destination for ... Read more |
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1 event,
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 |
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.