A Day in the Life of A Pet Loss Specialist
Losing a pet can hurt just as much as losing any human, but there are people who can help: pet loss specialists. They offer emotional support and practical guidance for navigating the death of beloved pets. Discover the daily routines, challenges, and rewards of their work and gain valuable insights into memorializing and grieving our ... Read more
Discover Green-Wood Trolley Tour
Join our expert tour guides aboard our temperature-controlled trolley to explore Green-Wood’s historic landscape and some of its most fascinating permanent residents. If you have never been to the Cemetery this is your opportunity to discover its 478 acres of art, history, and nature! You will tread where George Washington and his troops fought in ... Read more
Discover Green-Wood Trolley Tour
Special Seasonal Discount! This tour price has been reduced by $5 (discount already applied). Join our expert tour guides aboard our temperature-controlled trolley to explore Green-Wood’s historic landscape and some of its most fascinating permanent residents. If you have never been to the Cemetery this is your opportunity to discover its 478 acres of art, ... Read more
Birding in Peace: Late-Risers Edition (Members Only)
You may know birding expert Rob Jett from his Birding in Peace tours. You know, the ones that meet at 6 am? Always wanted to go on a birding tour at Green-Wood but not a morning person? This tour is for you! The early birder might “get the worm” but you can birdwatch at any ... Read more
Open Doors
Delve into Green-Wood’s hidden histories on an unforgettable journey through the Cemetery’s storied grounds. Uncover the mysteries locked within the nineteenth-century mausoleums, adorned with stunning stained glass and intricate architectural details. At each location knowledgeable docents illuminate unexpected treasures and secrets of the personalities laid to rest within these opulent edifices. Don’t miss your chance ... Read more
Grieving & Weaving: Climate Week Edition
.stk-es5yfz2{margin-top:0px !important;margin-bottom:10px !important}.stk-es5yfz2 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:28px !important}@media screen and (max-width:1023px){.stk-es5yfz2 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:28px !important}}Part of Climate Week at Green-Wood Join us as we bring together creativity and contemplation with an evening of crafting. At this special Climate Week edition of Grieving & Weaving, we’re focusing on how crafting can play a role in sustainability. Repurposing materials, crafting durable handmade ... Read more
Memorializing Ecological Loss
.stk-dyek14x{margin-top:0px !important;margin-bottom:10px !important}.stk-dyek14x .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:28px !important}@media screen and (max-width:1023px){.stk-dyek14x .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:28px !important}}Part of Climate Week at Green-Wood As our landscapes and ecosystems face unprecedented changes due to the climate crisis, it's crucial to find ways to mourn and memorialize these losses. Cemeteries, often steeped in history, tradition and symbolism, offer a unique opportunity to reflect on how ... Read more
Death Cafe: Climate Week Edition
.stk-r25bsch{margin-top:0px !important;margin-bottom:10px !important}.stk-r25bsch .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:28px !important}@media screen and (max-width:1023px){.stk-r25bsch .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:28px !important}}Part of Climate Week at Green-Wood 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 26 countries around the world, Death Cafes are informal gatherings that aim to “increase awareness ... Read more
Far Side of Green-Wood Trolley Tour
Green-Wood is far too big to explore in just one visit, but we’ve got you covered! This special trolley tour showcases the fascinating personalities of permanent residents interred along Green-Wood’s southern side. You’ll hear about scions of famed toy store founder FAO Schwarz; Frank Morgan, who played the titular wizard in “The Wizard of Oz;” ... Read more
Discover Green-Wood Trolley Tour
Join our expert tour guides aboard our temperature-controlled trolley to explore Green-Wood’s historic landscape and some of its most fascinating permanent residents. If you have never been to the Cemetery this is your opportunity to discover its 478 acres of art, history, and nature! You will tread where George Washington and his troops fought in ... Read more
Discover Green-Wood Trolley Tour
Special Seasonal Discount! This tour price has been reduced by $5 (discount already applied). Join our expert tour guides aboard our temperature-controlled trolley to explore Green-Wood’s historic landscape and some of its most fascinating permanent residents. If you have never been to the Cemetery this is your opportunity to discover its 478 acres of art, ... 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.
