Spirited Stroll
A perennial favorite returns! Embrace the chill of the air as you wander through the stunning fall foliage of Green-Wood. Join the Cemetery’s historian, Jeff Richman, as he guides you on a walking tour filled with intriguing stories of murder, mystery, unearthly spirits, and captivating oddities. Visit the final resting places of notable figures like ... Read more
Green-Wood’s Greatest Hits
Special Seasonal Discount! This tour price has been reduced by $5 (discount already applied). Join our expert tour guides to explore Green-Wood’s historic landscape and visit its most fascinating permanent residents. If you have never been to the Cemetery, this is your opportunity to discover the highlights of some of its 478 acres of art, ... Read more
Fame, Fortune, & the Forgotten: The Untold Stories of Victorian Women
Join us in celebration of the bold, defiant, and often overlooked women of the nineteenth century. In collaboration with the Dead Ladies Show, we’ll explore the stories behind Charlotte Canda’s magnificent tomb, a monument to a life tragically cut short; the colorful adventures of Lola Montez, whose daring career as a dancer and courtesan captivated ... Read more
Green-Wood After Hours
Long after Green-Wood’s gates close to the public, explore its historic grounds under the cover of night. You’ll weave through the Cemetery’s stunning landscape and visit the graves of fascinating figures in New York and American history. This not-to-be-missed walking tour ends with a visit to the Catacombs, which are normally closed to the public. ... Read more
Green-Wood After Hours
Long after Green-Wood’s gates close to the public, explore its historic grounds under the cover of night. You’ll weave through the Cemetery’s stunning landscape and visit the graves of fascinating figures in New York and American history. This not-to-be-missed walking tour ends with a visit to the Catacombs, which are normally closed to the public. ... Read more
Green-Wood After Hours
Long after Green-Wood’s gates close to the public, explore its historic grounds under the cover of night. You’ll weave through the Cemetery’s stunning landscape and visit the graves of fascinating figures in New York and American history. This not-to-be-missed walking tour ends with a visit to the Catacombs, which are normally closed to the public. ... Read more
KARANAKUY
Since 2018, Green-Wood has commissioned artists to create a large-scale community altar in the Cemetery’s Historic Chapel in honor of the holiday each year. This year’s altar, created by Raul Ayala, pays homage to the traditions of the Ecuadorian Andes, where November 2nd is celebrated as Día de los Difuntos (Day of the Deceased or All Soul’s Day).
KARANAKUY
Since 2018, Green-Wood has commissioned artists to create a large-scale community altar in the Cemetery’s Historic Chapel in honor of the holiday each year. This year’s altar, created by Raul Ayala, pays homage to the traditions of the Ecuadorian Andes, where November 2nd is celebrated as Día de los Difuntos (Day of the Deceased or All Soul’s Day).
KARANAKUY
Since 2018, Green-Wood has commissioned artists to create a large-scale community altar in the Cemetery’s Historic Chapel in honor of the holiday each year. This year’s altar, created by Raul Ayala, pays homage to the traditions of the Ecuadorian Andes, where November 2nd is celebrated as Día de los Difuntos (Day of the Deceased or All Soul’s Day).
KARANAKUY
Since 2018, Green-Wood has commissioned artists to create a large-scale community altar in the Cemetery’s Historic Chapel in honor of the holiday each year. This year’s altar, created by Raul Ayala, pays homage to the traditions of the Ecuadorian Andes, where November 2nd is celebrated as Día de los Difuntos (Day of the Deceased or All Soul’s Day).
KARANAKUY
Since 2018, Green-Wood has commissioned artists to create a large-scale community altar in the Cemetery’s Historic Chapel in honor of the holiday each year. This year’s altar, created by Raul Ayala, pays homage to the traditions of the Ecuadorian Andes, where November 2nd is celebrated as Día de los Difuntos (Day of the Deceased or All Soul’s Day).
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.
(SOLD OUT) Windows of Wonder: Stained Glass at Green-Wood Trolley Tour
Green-Wood boasts an exquisite array of stained-glass windows, featuring the artistry of Louis Comfort Tiffany and his contemporaries. These windows, found in the mausoleums and chapels throughout the Cemetery, epitomize the grandeur of nineteenth-century stained glass design. Each piece tells a unique story, blending vibrant colors and intricate patterns to create breathtaking works of art. ... Read more
KARANAKUY
Since 2018, Green-Wood has commissioned artists to create a large-scale community altar in the Cemetery’s Historic Chapel in honor of the holiday each year. This year’s altar, created by Raul Ayala, pays homage to the traditions of the Ecuadorian Andes, where November 2nd is celebrated as Día de los Difuntos (Day of the Deceased or All Soul’s Day).
The Past, Present, and Future of the Grave
In the 186 years since Green-Wood’s founding, a lot has changed in the way the dead are cared for in the U.S. The introduction of embalming, the rise of cremation, a recent return to green burial, the list goes on and on. This walk will be led by Allison C. Meier, longtime Green-Wood tour guide ... Read more
Presidential Losers: The Men Who Nearly Led America Trolley Tour
In a presidential election, there can only be one winner; everyone else is just… a loser. On this final Saturday of the 2024 election cycle, Green-Wood offers a fascinating historical perspective on past campaigns. Discover the ambitions and political upsets of presidential hopefuls like DeWitt Clinton (who lost to Madison in 1812) and Horace Greeley ... Read more
Revolutionary Spirits
Delve into the storied past of distilled spirits in Brooklyn with Green-Wood and our neighbors at Fort Hamilton Distillery. The experience begins with a trolley tour of the Cemetery to uncover the influential figures of the Revolutionary War and the distillers who left their mark on the early days of New York. Then, the trolley ... 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.
