Death Café
Green-Wood Cemetery 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY, United StatesThe Death Café is inspired by the centuries-old European salon (or café), an informal gathering to discuss philosophical, political or scientific ideas. In 2011, British entrepreneur Jon Underwood brought this concept to discussions of the most universal topic of all: death. Underwood’s intention was to provide an opportunity to “increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their lives.” Today, there are over 4,400 Death Cafes in 26 countries around the world.
Hanami Festival
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Green-Wood at Night
.stk-goiqpk1{max-width:490px !important;min-width:auto !important}@media (min-width:769px) and (max-width:1024px){.stk-goiqpk1.stk-block-image{float:none !important;margin:2.5em !important}} Long after Green-Wood’s gates close to the public, explore its historic grounds under the cover of night. You’ll discover some of the Cemetery’s most stunning monuments and infamous permanent residents, including the ostentatious memorial to “The Soda Fountain King” John Matthews, the formerly unmarked grave of gang ... Read more
Discover Green-Wood Trolley Tour
.stk-uht5m79{max-width:490px !important;min-width:auto !important}@media (min-width:769px) and (max-width:1024px){.stk-uht5m79.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 at Night
.stk-n8o3iyf{max-width:490px !important;min-width:auto !important}@media (min-width:769px) and (max-width:1024px){.stk-n8o3iyf.stk-block-image{float:none !important;margin:2.5em !important}} Long after Green-Wood’s gates close to the public, explore its historic grounds under the cover of night. You’ll discover some of the Cemetery’s most stunning monuments and infamous permanent residents, including the ostentatious memorial to “The Soda Fountain King” John Matthews, the formerly unmarked grave of gang ... Read more
Birding in Peace
.stk-1753x5j{max-width:490px !important;min-width:auto !important}@media (min-width:769px) and (max-width:1024px){.stk-1753x5j.stk-block-image{float:none !important;margin:2.5em !important}} Before our gates open to the general public, birding expert Rob Jett leads these peaceful early morning walking tours to discover the many birds that make Green-Wood their home—at least temporarily. Green-Wood’s official birding checklist will be made available to all attendees, or you can print it ... Read more
GREEN-WOOD’S GREATEST HITS
.stk-qcg7y2h{max-width:490px !important;min-width:auto !important}@media (min-width:769px) and (max-width:1024px){.stk-qcg7y2h.stk-block-image{float:none !important;margin:2.5em !important}} 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 ... Read more
Great Trees of Green-Wood
.stk-0bf48k2{max-width:490px !important;min-width:auto !important}@media (min-width:769px) and (max-width:1024px){.stk-0bf48k2.stk-block-image{float:none !important;margin:2.5em !important}} It’s what we wait for all year: the explosion of colors from hundreds of flowering trees and plants across Green-Wood. This feast for the eyes only lasts for a few weeks, so don’t miss it! Lace up your walking shoes and get ready to post like crazy ... Read more
History Happy Hour: Egyptomania–Egyptian Revival in Green-Wood and NYC Part 2
.stk-wq5op1r{max-width:490px !important;min-width:auto !important}@media (min-width:769px) and (max-width:1024px){.stk-wq5op1r.stk-block-image{float:none !important;margin:2.5em !important}} The Victorians loved a good trend, so it’s no wonder they looked to ancient Egypt for inspiration when designing monuments and mausoleums! The Egyptian Revival craze made its way to America through the French and British occupation of Egypt, inspiring the architecture of cemeteries and cities across ... Read more
Mapping the Past: The Sanborn Maps
.stk-paquyo1{max-width:490px !important;min-width:auto !important}@media (min-width:769px) and (max-width:1024px){.stk-paquyo1.stk-block-image{float:none !important;margin:2.5em !important}} In the nineteenth century, fire was such a genuine concern for growing cities that insurers created finely detailed maps of buildings, properties, and streets for the fire insurance industry—for the purpose of assessing risk and cost of insurance. The Sanborn Map Company, founded by Green-Wood permanent resident ... 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.
