History Happy Hour: Doomed Voyages Pt. 1
Whether taking to the sea for a leisurely trip or to make a routine delivery—not all journeys end the way we plan. Learn about the shipwrecks that left a trail of devastation in their wake and are now immortalized at Green-Wood. We’ll encounter the storm-tossed John Minturn, whose sinking claimed the lives of 51 passengers ... Read more
Agnes Northrop: Tiffany Stained-Glass Artist
Louis Comfort Tiffany (1848–1933), who is interred at Green-Wood, remains a giant among American artists. Best known today for the stained-glass lamps produced in his studio, he also was a painter, interior designer, and a pioneer in American glass. But he could not create all that art alone. Indeed, Agnes Northrop (1857–1953), who went to ... Read more
(Cancelled) Secret Mausoleum Music Club
This performance has been cancelled due to rain. Those who purchased tickets will be contacted via email about a reschedule date. Everyone loves a good secret, right? Well you won’t want to miss out on this one! Arrive after Green-Wood’s gates close to the public for a night filled with unexpected discoveries, explorations of the ... Read more
Secret Mausoleum Music Club
Everyone loves a good secret, right? Well you won’t want to miss out on this one! Arrive after Green-Wood’s gates close to the public for a night filled with unexpected discoveries, explorations of the past, and enthralling music—all set in New York’s most enchanting landscape. Each meeting of the Secret Mausoleum Music Club is a ... 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
(Cancelled) Green-Wood After Hours
This event has been cancelled due to rain. 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 ... Read more
Green-Wood’s Greatest Hits
Join our expert tour guides to explore Green-Wood’s historic landscape and 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 his troops ... 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
Birding in Peace
Before our gates open to the general public, birding expert Rob Jett leads these peaceful Sunday morning walking tours to discover the many birds that call Green-Wood home.
Green-Wood’s Greatest Hits
Join our expert tour guides to explore Green-Wood’s historic landscape and 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 his troops ... 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.
