Little Amal Walks NYC
Little Amal is a 10-year-old refugee from Syria. She is also a 12-foot puppet who has traveled 5,000 miles across Turkey and Europe to the UK in search of her mother. On her journey, she’s been welcomed by almost a million adults and children. Now, she comes to New York City in search of her ... Read more
Far Side of Green-Wood
Green-Wood is far too big to explore in just one visit. Fortunately, we’ve got you covered! This special trolley tour follows the perimeter roads of the Cemetery to showcase the fascinating personalities that count among our permanent residents interred along Green-Wood’s southern side. You’ll hear about scions of famed toy store FAO Schwartz; Frank Morgan, ... Read more
Discover Green-Wood Trolley Tour
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A View to Die For: Community Painting Day
Inspired by the grand tradition of painting in the outdoors (or as the French say “en plein air”), the Guild of Adventure Painters hosts an afternoon of community creativity amidst the beauty of Green-Wood. Whether you are an expert or novice, a painter, sketcher, or master of crayons, everyone is welcome to explore their artistic ... Read more
Open Doors
One of Green-Wood’s most popular events returns with an afternoon exploring some of the Cemetery’s most impressive and elaborate nineteenth-century mausoleums with exquisite stained glass and some curious surprises. Peek inside the elaborate gates of these stately stone structures to view stunning examples of Green-Wood’s distinct architecture. At each location, docents will offer a glimpse ... Read more
The Remains of Winter
Acclaimed artist Athena LaTocha’s large-scale installation explores the history of Green-Wood’s landscape as one of continuous movement and alteration, beginning with the glaciers that shaped the land in the prehistoric era, through the Rural Cemetery Movement of the nineteenth century.
Discover Green-Wood Trolley Tour
.stk-nl8vb4t{max-width:490px !important;min-width:auto !important}@media (min-width:769px) and (max-width:1024px){.stk-nl8vb4t.stk-block-image{float:none !important;margin:2.5em !important}} Join our expert tour guides aboard Green-Wood’s trolley to explore the Cemetery’s historic landscape and most fascinating permanent residents. If you have never been to Green-Wood, this is your opportunity to discover its 478 acres of art, history, and nature! You will tread where George Washington and ... 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
The Remains of Winter
Acclaimed artist Athena LaTocha’s large-scale installation explores the history of Green-Wood’s landscape as one of continuous movement and alteration, beginning with the glaciers that shaped the land in the prehistoric era, through the Rural Cemetery Movement of the nineteenth century.
Birding in Peace
Before our gates open to the general public, birding expert Rob Jett leads these peaceful early morning walking tours to discover the birds that make Green-Wood their home—at least temporarily. By September, offspring of nesting birds will be on their own. Returning warblers will be in their less flamboyant fall plumage. Large numbers of blackbirds, ... Read more
(SOLD OUT) Beetles, Bees, and Butterflies, Oh My! (Member-Only Walking Tour)
On this tour, naturalist Matthew Wills will take you on a journey to notice and appreciate some of Green-Wood’s smallest residents: bugs! Together we will explore some of Green-Wood’s gardens and meadows to observe a variety of insects and learn about their roles in our ecosystem. You’ll gain new insights into the importance of these ... Read more
Green-Wood’s Greatest Hits
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, history, and nature! On this walking tour, you will tread where George Washington and ... Read more
The Remains of Winter
Acclaimed artist Athena LaTocha’s large-scale installation explores the history of Green-Wood’s landscape as one of continuous movement and alteration, beginning with the glaciers that shaped the land in the prehistoric era, through the Rural Cemetery Movement of the nineteenth century.
The Remains of Winter
Acclaimed artist Athena LaTocha’s large-scale installation explores the history of Green-Wood’s landscape as one of continuous movement and alteration, beginning with the glaciers that shaped the land in the prehistoric era, through the Rural Cemetery Movement of the nineteenth century.
(Canceled) Of All Joys: Attacca Quartet
This program has been canceled. If you are interested in other performances at Green-Wood, check out Nightfall on October 20th and 21st. The Long Story The Grammy-winning Attacca Quartet bring their limitless talent and boundless sense of wonder to this recently-recorded program Of All Joys. It’s a searching, solemn musical journey that folds late 20th-century ... Read more
(Canceled) Of All Joys: Attacca Quartet
This program has been canceled. If you are interested in other performances at Green-Wood, check out Nightfall on October 20th and 21st. The Long Story The Grammy-winning Attacca Quartet bring their limitless talent and boundless sense of wonder to this recently-recorded program Of All Joys. It’s a searching, solemn musical journey that folds late 20th-century ... Read more
The Remains of Winter
Acclaimed artist Athena LaTocha’s large-scale installation explores the history of Green-Wood’s landscape as one of continuous movement and alteration, beginning with the glaciers that shaped the land in the prehistoric era, through the Rural Cemetery Movement of the nineteenth century.
(Canceled) Of All Joys: Attacca Quartet
This program has been canceled. If you are interested in other performances at Green-Wood, check out Nightfall on October 20th and 21st. The Long Story The Grammy-winning Attacca Quartet bring their limitless talent and boundless sense of wonder to this recently-recorded program Of All Joys. It’s a searching, solemn musical journey that folds late 20th-century ... Read more
(Canceled) Of All Joys: Attacca Quartet
This program has been canceled. If you are interested in other performances at Green-Wood, check out Nightfall on October 20th and 21st. The Long Story The Grammy-winning Attacca Quartet bring their limitless talent and boundless sense of wonder to this recently-recorded program Of All Joys. It’s a searching, solemn musical journey that folds late 20th-century ... Read more
The Remains of Winter
Acclaimed artist Athena LaTocha’s large-scale installation explores the history of Green-Wood’s landscape as one of continuous movement and alteration, beginning with the glaciers that shaped the land in the prehistoric era, through the Rural Cemetery Movement of the nineteenth century.
(Canceled) Of All Joys: Attacca Quartet
This program has been canceled. If you are interested in other performances at Green-Wood, check out Nightfall on October 20th and 21st. The Long Story The Grammy-winning Attacca Quartet bring their limitless talent and boundless sense of wonder to this recently-recorded program Of All Joys. It’s a searching, solemn musical journey that folds late 20th-century ... Read more
(Canceled) Of All Joys: Attacca Quartet
This program has been canceled. If you are interested in other performances at Green-Wood, check out Nightfall on October 20th and 21st. The Long Story The Grammy-winning Attacca Quartet bring their limitless talent and boundless sense of wonder to this recently-recorded program Of All Joys. It’s a searching, solemn musical journey that folds late 20th-century ... 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.
