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Before our gates open to the public, this early morning walking tour provides exclusive access to discover the many birds that call Green-Wood home, at least temporarily. 
Join Green-Wood's leisurely walking group, Rest in Pace. This welcoming gathering is designed for anyone who loves a good stroll and even better company. Together, we'll meander through the Cemetery's scenic paths at a comfortable pace, taking in beautiful views, discovering fascinating stories, and connecting with fellow walkers along the way. It's more than exercise, it's a chance to share your own ... Read more
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Learn about your bee neighbors in Green-Wood and collect data to help support pollinator research! We invite you to join The Bee Conservancy at the Green-Wood Cemetery for an adventure in community science. During this hands-on event, you will capture images of wild bees and other insects, then edit and upload them to the iNaturalist ... 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 |
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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 |
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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 open play and sensory exploration. Activity stations will vary for each program. Got a train enthusiast? They’ll love the Cemetery’s toy vehicles! A budding ... Read more |
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Before our gates open to the public, this early morning walking tour provides exclusive access to discover the many birds that call Green-Wood home, at least temporarily. 
Most of our decisions around end-of-life not only involve answering the big questions, but also handling complex paperwork. This program offers practical and accessible guidance on the documents that help ensure our wishes are known (both for ourselves and others). Designed for adults at any stage of life, this series emphasizes empowerment to combat feelings of overwhelm. Participants will learn from lawyers, estate ... Read more |
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This year marks the 25th anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks. Green-Wood is the final resting place of more than 100 people who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, or from related illnesses in the years that followed. We invite you to join us for an evening of reflection, guided by music and ... 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.
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 exclusive access to discover the many birds that call Green-Wood home, at least temporarily. 
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 ... 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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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 
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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Mortal Matters is an invitation to sit with that truth. Through talks, workshops, and guided tours, we're weaving together three ways of understanding life's end: the practice, the science, and the story. End-of-life and funeral professionals share what they know from the front lines of loss. Astrophysicists, cultural anthropologists, and forensic experts bring the evidence, from black holes to mourning rituals to the anatomy of corpses. Artists and authors share their creative energies, giving form to how we imagine and talk about endings. |
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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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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 |
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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 open play and sensory exploration. Activity stations will vary for each program. Got a train enthusiast? They’ll love the Cemetery’s toy vehicles! A budding ... Read more |
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SOLD OUT: GRASS AND CHAIR SEATS THE LONG STORY Death of Classical and The Green-Wood Cemetery are once again proud to partner with the Metropolitan Opera for an immersive cemetery preview of Lincoln in the Bardo, the major new opera based on the beloved Booker Prize-winning novel by George Saunders. With music by composer (and ... Read more |
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Batter up! Get ready for the World Series with baseball historian Tom Gilbert. On this trolley tour, you’ll visit the monuments and gravesites of Henry Chadwick, the “Father of Baseball,” who invented the game’s scoring system; James Creighton, baseball’s first national star; Charles Ebbets, owner of the Brooklyn Dodgers; and many others who played a ... Read more 
Mark your calendars for the last Saturday of every month! May through November, the Green-House is opening its classroom space for free, drop-in fun for visitors of all ages. Expect two themed hands-on activities that will help you explore the art, history, or nature of Green-Wood! Each gathering will offer something different, but whether you're ... 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 |
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Before our gates open to the public, this early morning walking tour provides exclusive access to discover the many birds that call Green-Wood home, at least temporarily.
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 |
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Calling all Pre-K through 12th grade teachers and school staff! Join Green-Wood's Education Department for a special after-school outing. Kick back and explore the Cemetery on a sunset trolley tour, followed by drinks, snacks, and conversation in our new welcome and exhibition space, the Green-House. Discover the fascinating stories and historic landscape that make Green-Wood ... Read more |
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Embark on a journey into the extraordinary, where captivating stories and enigmatic characters await. Uncover the mysterious life of John Lockitt, whose secret marriage was announced on the same day as his death. Delve into the fascinating tale of Mollie Fancher, the "Brooklyn Enigma," who was alleged to have survived without food for years at ... Read more
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Join Green-Wood’s horticulturists for a morning dedicated to growing a greener, healthier New York City by helping to plant some trees while connecting with with neighbors who care about the future of our urban forest and with the plants that are the future of it! During the event you will not only learn how to ... Read more
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Green-Wood is one of the best places in New York City to spot birds of prey—and not just soaring overhead! Here, you can witness raptors going about their daily lives: hunting and feeding, courting and nesting, learning to fly (a wobbly process!), and simply hanging out. |
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.