Death Cafe
The Death Cafe is a simple concept. Bring strangers together to discuss one of the great universal truths: death. With thousands of chapters in over 25 countries around the world, Death Cafes are informal gatherings that aim to “increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their lives.” There ... Read more
Death, Grief, & Music with Ghost Stories Podcast & The Bad Light
Join the captivating hosts of the Ghost Stories podcast, Sashka Rothchild and Dr. Victoria Sterkin, along with The Bad Light—a band destined to perform in a cemetery—for an unforgettable musical experience ruminating on death, dying, grief, and the creative process. Set in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel, the band will play through their latest album, GOODBYE. Rothchild and Sterkin ... Read more
Death Cafe in Spanish
@media screen and (min-width:768px){.ugb-e924a62.ugb-heading{margin-top:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important}}El Café de la Muerte en Español The Death Cafe is inspired by the centuries-old European salon (or cafe), an informal gathering to discuss philosophical, political or scientific ideas. In 2011, British entrepreneur Jon Underwood applied this concept to discussions of the most universal topic of all: death. Underwood’s intention ... Read more
Live After Death: Ben Wasserman
Within the span of three years, comedian Ben Wasserman lost his dad, granddad, uncle, and four friends. In his new show Live After Death, Wasserman blends comedy, clowning, and crowd work as he leads the audience on a hilarious yet moving journey through grief, honoring and celebrating the ones we've lost along the way. Expect vulnerable ... Read more
Live After Death: Ben Wasserman
Within the span of three years, comedian Ben Wasserman lost his dad, granddad, uncle, and four friends. In his new show Live After Death, Wasserman blends comedy, clowning, and crowd work as he leads the audience on a hilarious yet moving journey through grief, honoring and celebrating the ones we've lost along the way. Expect vulnerable ... Read more
Cemetery Scavenger Hunt
@media screen and (min-width:768px){.ugb-e924a62.ugb-heading{margin-top:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important}}In Partnership with TalkDeath Daily We are pleased to announce that this year, we are official partners of TalkDeath’s 4th Annual 2023 Halloween Cemetery Scavenger Hunt. Taking place every Halloween weekend, TalkDeath’s Cemetery Scavenger Hunt is an annual event designed to bring together communities, families, cemetery lovers, and history enthusiasts. ... Read more
Day of the Dead Family Celebration
Discover the rich history and traditions associated with the holiday Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) through family-friendly crafts, performances, music, activities, and food.
Grief Artlab Workshop + Daffodil Bulb Plantings
For centuries, the ritual burning of paper items as offerings to the dead has been an integral part of Chinese funerary culture. Inspired by this age-old tradition, artist Mary Ting leads a workshop centering on grief and creative expression. Participants are invited to write letters to, share stories of, and craft paper objects for their deceased loved ... Read more
The Joy of Funerals—20 Years Later: A Book Talk and Signing With Alix Strauss
Described by the Los Angeles Times as “part ‘Six Feet Under,’ part ‘Sex and the City,’” The Joy Of Funerals by Alix Strauss has become a cult classic since its publication in 2003. Now, twenty years later, on the occasion of the novel’s rerelease, Strauss joins us at Green-Wood for a reading, discussion, Q&A, and book signing. Books will be ... Read more
Día de los Muertos: An Artist Talk with Cinthya Santos-Briones
Artist, educator, and cultural organizer Cinthya Santos-Briones will discuss the inspiration for her installation, Mictlán, a large-scale community ofrenda in celebration of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). On view in Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel, the altar draws inspiration from both ancient and modern conceptions of death in Mexico. Price: Free. Registration required. Get Tickets ... Read more
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.
