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).
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
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).
Visual Obituaries
You may be familiar with written obituaries, but what is a visual obituary? Led by death literacy advocate Dr. Jill Greenbaum, we will explore how photographs, papers, fabrics, and cherished objects can be brought together to tell compelling narratives of our lives. Dr. Greenbaum will expertly guide us in crafting these vibrant tributes, exploring diverse ... 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).
Egyptomania at Green-Wood Trolley Tour
Step back in time and uncover the Victorian obsession with ancient Egypt right at Green-Wood! Since its founding in 1838, the Cemetery has been a canvas for the era’s fascination with the enigmatic world of sandy dunes, scarabs, and the Pharaohs. Marvel at the array of Egyptian-inspired monuments and mausoleums that grace the grounds—from majestic ... 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).
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.
