236th Anniversary of the Battle of Brooklyn
Green-Wood Cemetery 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States
The Battle of Brooklyn, fought in August 1776 on land that is now a part of Green-Wood Cemetery, was the first battle of the American Revolution to be waged after the signing of the Declaration of Independence. In memory of the brave patriots who battled for our country’s independence, The Green-Wood Historic Fund hosts a day of free commemoration ceremonies and trolley tours. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets.
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. Click the event title above for more information and to purchase tickets.
1 p.m. Historic Trolley Tour
Green-Wood Cemetery 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY, United StatesExperience 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.
Click the event title above for more information and to purchase tickets.
7 p.m. Exclusive Twilight Tour for LivingSocial Members Only
Green-Wood Cemetery 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States
There are few places more atmospheric than a cemetery at dusk - and Green-Wood is top notch when it comes to beauty and atmosphere. Normally in operation only during daylight hours, this special event will lead you on a twilight tour of the expansive grounds. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets.
1 p.m. Historic Trolley Tour
Green-Wood Cemetery 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY, United StatesExperience 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. Click the event title above for more information and to purchase tickets.
Fifth Annual Green-Wood Benefit
Green-Wood Cemetery 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States
Join us in honoring award-winning landscape architect Nicholas Quennell at a festive evening of cocktails and dinner. Click here for tickets and more information.
1 p.m. Southern Exposure: More Tales of Green-Wood Walking Tour
Green-Wood Cemetery 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States
Follow veteran Green-Wood tour guide Ruth Edebohls to the less-seen southern side of the cemetery, where monuments and mausoleums have many fascinating stories to tell. Hear the stories of the Park Slope plane crash of 1960, "Truth Seeker" D. M. Bennett, and many more. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets.
1 p.m. Historic Trolley Tour
Green-Wood Cemetery 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY, United StatesExperience 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. Click the event title above for more information and to purchase tickets.
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 StatesExperience 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.
Click the event title above for more information and to purchase tickets.
(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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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.
