Latest Past Events
The Art of Goodbye: The Mourning Madonna
The Art of Goodbye explores how artists have depicted loss throughout history. From ancient Greek funerary urns to medieval crucifixion altar pieces and haunting World War I trench scenes, the program delves into how different eras confronted grief. Each session highlights the artists, their works, and the societies that shaped or resisted these expressions of ... Read more
Battle of Brooklyn and the Meaning of Freedom
Price: Free. Registration recommended, not required. Step back in time to August 1776 and experience the excitement of the Battle of Brooklyn, the largest battle of the Revolutionary War and the first to take place after the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Green-Wood invites families and kids to discover the diverse perspectives of this ... Read more
Nocturnal Navigators: Green-Wood Bat Walk
As the sun sets over Green-Wood’s historic landscape, nocturnal creatures begin to stir— the bats! Join biologist Nic Comparato for an exciting adventure into the secret world of bats. Discover the species that call this Cemetery home, from the agile little brown bat to the striking eastern red bat and majestic hoary bat.
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.