2 p.m. Ferdinand Ward: 19th-Century Swindler Talk & Tour
The Historic Chapel at Green-Wood 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States
In the era of Madoff and Ponzi, America has all but forgotten about the original king of the swindle, Ferdinand Ward. Join Geoffrey Ward, acclaimed historian and great-grandson of Ferdinand, to delve into the sordid details of this sweet-talking con man. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets.
Noon: Unique Sneak Peek Inside Green-Wood’s Most Famous Mausoleums
Green-Wood Cemetery 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States
As part of the 2012 openhousenewyork weekend, Green-Wood will open many of its most famous and elaborate mausoleums for public perusal. Guides and actors in period costume will offer a glimpse into the lives of the people who now rest in these opulent structures. Click here for more information and to purchase a ticket.
1 p.m. Green-Wood Unveils “Angel of Music”
Green-Wood Cemetery 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States
Join us as we restore grandeur to the grave of Louis Moreau Gottschalk, America's first internationally recognized composer and virtuoso pianist. A new sculpture will be unveiled, with performances of his compositions, talks by scholars, and a reception. Click here for more information and to make a free reservation.
1 p.m. Two Late October Walking Tours
Green-Wood Cemetery 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States
Celebrate the fall season with tales of murder, mayhem, spirits and ghosts on our annual autumn tours led by Green-Wood's historian Jeff Richman. Includes a visit to the Catacombs, usually closed to the public.
This is a very, very popular tour -- click here for more information and to purchase advance online tickets.
1 p.m. Two Late October Walking Tours
Green-Wood Cemetery 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States
Celebrate the fall season with tales of murder, mayhem, spirits and ghosts on our annual autumn tours led by Green-Wood's historian Jeff Richman. Includes a visit to the Catacombs, usually closed to the public.
This is a very, very popular tour -- click here for more information and to purchase advance online tickets.
(Canceled) 1 p.m. Historic Trolley Tour
Green-Wood Cemetery 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States
Experience the most magnificent and historic 478 acres in New York City. Join our expert tour guide to hear fascinating stories of Green-Wood’s permanent residents, see breathtaking views of Manhattan, tread where George Washington and his troops fought the Battle of Brooklyn, and much more.
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(Canceled) 8 p.m. Permanent New Yorkers: Tour & Trivia at Green-Wood
The Historic Chapel at Green-Wood 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States
In the most atmospheric of venues, TrivWorks, NYC's premier trivia entertainment company, will test your pop culture knowledge with trivia related to the spookier side of life, plus topics on New York City and Green-Wood's permanent residents! Before trivia, enjoy eerie landscapes and ages of New York history on an exclusive moonlight tour. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets.
8:15 p.m. Moonrise Walking Tour
Green-Wood Cemetery 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States
Don't forget your flashlight for this nocturnal tour led by Green-Wood historian Jeff Richman. Watch the moon rise, illuminating Green-Wood's winding paths and lighting the way to sculptures, tombstones and mausoleums. Visit some of Green-Wood's many illustrious permanent residents and end with a stroll inside the Catacombs, usually closed to the public. Live accordion music accompanies this unique experience of Green-Wood at night. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets.
(Canceled) 12:30 p.m. Guided Magic: History & Mystery at Green-Wood
Green-Wood Cemetery 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States
Join award-winning storyteller Robin Bady for this family-friendly afternoon of magic and fairy tales inspired by Green-Wood's real-life stories.
Renowned as a place to learn history, Green-Wood is also a storyteller's paradise.
With Bady as guide, travel through tales of goddesses, goblins, kings and losers.
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(Sold Out) 4:00 p.m. Tales of Green-Wood & Champagne at Twilight
Green-Wood Cemetery 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States
Green-Wood, beautiful and inspiring in its autumn colors, will serve as backdrop for this special adults-only late afternoon event that unites the storyteller's art with history.
With award-winning storyteller Robin Bady as guide, travel through Green-Wood-inspired stories of goddesses, pharaohs, tricksters and madmen.
Then experience one of New York's great views -- sunset from Battle Hill.
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7:30 & 9:30 p.m. From the Blues Project: Danny Kalb, Steve Katz & Roy Blumenfeld
The Historic Chapel at Green-Wood 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States
Conjure up images of 1960s Greenwich Village as members of the renowned Blues Project reunite in Green-Wood's Historic Chapel for a rare local performance. One of the pioneering forces of psychedelic rock, Danny Kalb and the Blues Project rank among the top American musicians. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets.
1 p.m. The Work of Currier & Ives Talk and Tour
The Historic Chapel at Green-Wood 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States
Join Currier & Ives expert Robert Newman, whose family has run The Old Print Shop on Lexington Avenue in Manhattan since the 1920s, for an in-depth look at this legendary team. Afterwards, join Green-Wood historian Jeff Richman for a trolley tour with stops at the graves of Currier, Ives and other artists from the firm. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets.
1 p.m. Murder, Mayhem & Disasters of Green-Wood Walking Tour
Green-Wood Cemetery 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States
Serene, beautiful Green-Wood is the final resting place for many victims -- and perpetrators -- of violence. Join Historic Fund tour guide Ruth Edebohls to hear some of their fascinating stories amidst a landscape of late fall beauty. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets.
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.
