Long after Green-Wood’s gates close to the public, explore its historic grounds under the cover of night. You’ll weave through the Cemetery’s stunning landscape and visit the graves of fascinating figures in New York and American history. This not-to-be-missed walking tour ends with a visit to the Catacombs, which are normally closed to the public.
One last night of summer breezes, bittersweet tales of closings and commencements, and a final fête in the cemetery. Let’s bid farewell to the summer and another incredible Rooftop season with a captivating finale of our favorite short films. This collection of stories plumbs the depths of the human experience, the familiar and uncanny, through … Read more
Eight million stories, six short films, one night. One of Rooftop’s most beloved and popular programs (for good reason!), New York Non-Fiction highlights the myriad quirky characters, hidden communities, and overlooked histories that make this city so special. In the night’s lineup you’ll discover a city where dollar pizza shops line the streets, where delivery … Read more
Experience the depths of love and lust with this collection of audacious, heart wrenching, and occasionally filthy short films about l’amour. As we continue to expand popular definitions and understandings of what love can be, Rooftop Films presents a series of shorts that present love in all its messy forms. A woman ruminates wistfully on … Read more
Note: Event has been postponed to Monday, June 19th from Friday, June 16th due to forecasted thunderstorms. Sometimes loss brings clarity. Other times, fog descends. Explore the mysteries, epiphanies, and surprises that can accompany tragedy. Do we fear death? Are we afraid to know what comes after? What defines a life well-lived? The filmmakers in … Read more
Some of the hardest—yet most important—conversations we’ll have during our lifetimes are about end-of-life planning. While this topic may seem daunting or scary, being prepared is one of the best ways to care for and protect those you love. Let us help you give your family peace of mind, while alleviating the stress and burden … Read more
Artist Rowan Renee will lead a walking tour that begins in the Historic Chapel to experience The Perimeter Path before setting out on foot to explore the Cemetery’s grounds and visit the public lots referenced in the installation. The Perimeter Path is an immersive installation currently on view in the Historic Chapel. Through extensive onsite … Read more
On June 19, 1865, enslaved people in Texas were informed by a Union general that they were emancipated—over 2 years after Lincoln issued the emancipation proclamation. Ever since, this day has been celebrated in communities across the United States as a commemoration of the end of slavery. Declared a federal holiday in 2021, Juneteenth is … Read more
Artist Rowan Renee will be joined in conversation with Neela Wickremesinghe, Green-Wood’s Robert A. and Elizabeth Rohn Jeffe Director of Restoration and Preservation, to discuss the role of preservation and archival research in memorializing queer histories and narratives. This discussion is presented in conjunction with The Perimeter Path, an immersive installation currently on view in … Read more
Ever wonder what it’s like to live alongside death on a daily basis? What inspires someone to work in the death-care field? Green-Wood’s “A Day in the Life” series brings together industry professionals for lively conversations on the intricacies of their trade and to answer your burning questions about the field of end-of-life care. This … Read more