1 p.m. Historic Trolley Tour
Wednesday, June 22, 2011 Every Wednesday a new historic trolley tour at Green-Wood. Tours last approximately two hours and feature the beauty of Green-Wood’s grounds, the Cemetery’s history, its bird life, the most fascinating tales of its permanent residents, views of Manhattan’s skyline, The Green-Wood Historic Fund’s Civil War Project and its preservation program, and ... Read more
Brooklyn Cemeteries: Past and Present (at The Brooklyn Historical Society)
Brooklyn Historical Society 128 Pierrepont Street, BrooklynWednesday, June 22, 2011 Join The Brooklyn Historical Society for a panel discussion of two of Brooklyn’s historic cemeteries -- Green-Wood (which is a National Historic Landmark) and the Evergreens. The panel includes Green-Wood Cemetery President Rich Moylan and Evergreens Cemetery President Paul Grassi, as well as authors who have written definitive histories of each ... Read more
8 p.m. The Spoon River Project
Green-Wood Cemetery 500 25th Street, BrooklynWednesday, June 22, 2011 “If you want to know what life is about, listen to the dead. That is . . . when they talk to you.” TICKETS: $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Students pay $18 with valid ID at the door. Click here to purchase advance tickets online, and click here ... Read more