Juneteenth at Green-Wood
June 19th , 10:00am – 1:00pm
Mark the 161st anniversary of Juneteenth at Green-Wood with an afternoon of activities for the whole family and a special talk by Green-Wood’s 2026 History Fellow, Talisha Ward, on her research on the Freedom Lots. Join us in honoring the heroes and leaders of Black history buried here!
More details are to follow!
Price: Free
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Price: Free. No registration is required. Drop in and join us. Seating and activities are first-come, first-served. Suggested donation of $5 per person registered. Donations help support Green-Wood’s free and low-cost programs throughout the year.
BEFORE RESERVING YOUR SPOT, PLEASE NOTE:
- Attendees must follow all instructions and guidance from Cemetery staff and volunteers.
- Tickets: There are no paper or e-tickets, and registrants do not have to check in. Registration is helpful to give us an idea of participant numbers so that we may have enough materials on hand.
- Where To Go: This program begins at the meadow near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street).
- Accessibility & Safety: This is an outdoor event that will take place in areas with little to no shade. The Modern Chapel will be used as a cooling station. The Modern Chapel is not fully ADA-compliant, but it offers accommodations to meet many needs. Please contact us at (718) 210-3080, ext. 1, or email events@green-wood.com to discuss specific arrangements.
- Inclement Weather Policy: We monitor weather conditions throughout the day for the best chance of proceeding with the tour, and will not make a final decision until 8am on the day of the event. Cancellations will be announced via Eventbrite email blasts, so check your email and spam folders.
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.