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
Green-Wood and New York State Assembly Member Robert C. Carroll are proud to present the 26th annual Memorial Day concert, just in time to kick off the 250th anniversary of the United States! Grab a blanket, pack a picnic, and bring your friends to enjoy this unforgettable afternoon. We’re thrilled to welcome back the talented … Read more
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
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
Spring is here, and it’s time to experience Green-Wood’s stunning transformation! The Cemetery bursts into a bouquet of colors as hundreds of flowering trees and plants come to life in a dazzling display. With nearly 8,000 trees, Green-Wood is a Level III accredited Arboretum, one of only five cemeteries in the U.S. to be honored … 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
MoonFest is Green-Wood’s new after-hours celebration of humanity’s enduring fascination with the moon. PROGRAM SCHEDULE Moon and Stargazing Attendees are encouraged to bring a blanket, kick back, and enjoy stargazing at the Main Entrance Meadow all night long! Eyes on the Sky!Time: 8-11pm Location: Main Entrance Meadow Fulfill your curiosity and join the Amateur Astronomers Association for … Read more
In partnership with the Sunset Park Public Library Read, play, and grow! Enjoy fun games, stories, and activities led by librarians from the Sunset Park branch of the Brooklyn Public Library in Green-Wood’s new Green-House! This big mixed-age meetup is designed to delight young children and encourage early literacy! Price: Free Get Tickets Please note … Read more
Poiesis Quartet We return to the vaulted stillness of the Green-Wood Catacombs for the final completed string quartet of Beethoven – the luminous and enigmatic String Quartet in F major, Op. 135. Composed just months before his death, Op. 135 stands apart from Beethoven’s other late quartets. Where some rage against fate or reach toward … Read more
Min Kwon When pianist Min Kwon first conceived America/Beautiful, the country was in a moment of fracture – pandemic isolation, racial reckoning, and political unrest. Looking at her two daughters, whose birthdays fall on Presidents’ Day and the Fourth of July, she began asking a simple, urgent question: What does America mean, and what kind … Read more