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11 a.m. The Draft Riots and Gangs of New York Walking Tour
11 a.m. The Draft Riots and Gangs of New York Walking Tour
Sunday, September 25, 2011 The Draft Riots of 1863 are one of the saddest chapters in New York City history. Many of the participants—both famous and unknown—are buried in Green-Wood. Join Green-Wood Historic Fund tour guide Ruth Edebohls to visit and hear the histories of Horace Greeley, Henry J. Raymond, Boss Tweed, the Brooks ... Read more
1 p.m. Historic Trolley Tour
1 p.m. Historic Trolley Tour
Sunday, September 25, 2011 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. Dates: Sep 11 & 25, Oct ... Read more
3 p.m. Brooklyn Underground: Theatrical Stories from the Green-Wood Cemetery
3 p.m. Brooklyn Underground: Theatrical Stories from the Green-Wood Cemetery
Sunday, September 25, 2011 Brooklyn Underground brings to the stage an imaginative and entertaining intermingling of Green-Wood’s permanent residents and its modern-day neighbors. Hear 19th-century stage star Kate Claxton, “the Sarah Bernhardt of America,” give a first-hand account of the Brooklyn Theatre Fire of 1885 that killed 278 people. Watch actress Laura Keene perform at ... Read more
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1 p.m. Historic Trolley Tour
1 p.m. Historic Trolley Tour
Wednesday, September 28, 2011 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. September: 7 (The Far Side of ... Read more
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8 p.m. Brooklyn Underground: Theatrical Stories from the Green-Wood Cemetery
8 p.m. Brooklyn Underground: Theatrical Stories from the Green-Wood Cemetery
Sunday, September 30, 2011 Brooklyn Underground brings to the stage an imaginative and entertaining intermingling of Green-Wood’s permanent residents and its modern-day neighbors. Hear 19th-century stage star Kate Claxton, “the Sarah Bernhardt of America,” give a first-hand account of the Brooklyn Theatre Fire of 1885 that killed 278 people. Watch actress Laura Keene perform at ... Read more
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3 p.m. & 8 p.m. Brooklyn Underground: Theatrical Stories from the Green-Wood Cemetery
3 p.m. & 8 p.m. Brooklyn Underground: Theatrical Stories from the Green-Wood Cemetery
Saturday, October 1, 2011 Brooklyn Underground brings to the stage an imaginative and entertaining intermingling of Green-Wood’s permanent residents and its modern-day neighbors. Hear 19th-century stage star Kate Claxton, “the Sarah Bernhardt of America,” give a first-hand account of the Brooklyn Theatre Fire of 1885 that killed 278 people. Watch actress Laura Keene perform at ... Read more
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11 a.m. Stories in Stone New York: Book Talk and Trolley Tour
11 a.m. Stories in Stone New York: Book Talk and Trolley Tour
Sunday, October 2, 2011 Join author and photographer Douglas Keister as he returns to Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel for a discussion of his newest book, Stories in Stone New York: A Field Guide to New York City Area Cemeteries & Their Residents. Keister will present stunning photographs of gracious architecture (including Green-Wood’s Historic Chapel, left), fabulous ... Read more
3 p.m. Brooklyn Underground: Theatrical Stories from the Green-Wood Cemetery
3 p.m. Brooklyn Underground: Theatrical Stories from the Green-Wood Cemetery
Sunday, October 2, 2011 Brooklyn Underground brings to the stage an imaginative and entertaining intermingling of Green-Wood’s permanent residents and its modern-day neighbors. Hear 19th-century stage star Kate Claxton, “the Sarah Bernhardt of America,” give a first-hand account of the Brooklyn Theatre Fire of 1885 that killed 278 people. Watch actress Laura Keene perform at ... Read more
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1 p.m. Historic Trolley Tour
1 p.m. Historic Trolley Tour
Wednesday, October 5, 2011 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. September: 7 (The Far Side of ... Read more
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1 p.m. Images of America: Green-Wood Cemetery Trolley Tour
1 p.m. Images of America: Green-Wood Cemetery Trolley Tour
Sunday, October 9, 2011 Join Alexandra Kathryn Mosca, author of Images of America: Green-Wood Cemetery (click here to purchase the book), in a trolley tour honoring Green-Wood’s “Who’s Who” of 19th- and early 20th-century New York. Visit the monuments and learn about the fascinating lives of John Matthews (“The Soda Fountain King”), De ... Read more
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1 p.m. Historic Trolley Tour
1 p.m. Historic Trolley Tour
Wednesday, October 12, 2011 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. September: 7 (The Far Side of ... Read more
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Noon: Unique Sneak Peek Inside Green-Wood’s Most Famous Mausoleums (Free)
Saturday and Sunday, October 15 and 16, 2011 Click here to download a PDF map of the open "houses" on Saturday and Sunday. For a preview of the event on our blog, click here. Click play below to watch our mausoleums photo slideshow.What is behind these doors? Join us on October 15 and 16 to ... Read more
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1 p.m. Historic Trolley Tour
1 p.m. Historic Trolley Tour
Wednesday, October 19, 2011 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. September: 7 (The Far Side of ... Read more
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12 p.m. & 4 p.m. Dancing Through the Light: An Autumn Celebration
Saturday, October 22 and Sunday, October 23, 2011 Performed among the trees, lakes and carriage paths of Green-Wood, and framed by the radiant light of the autumn sky, this celebration of world dance illuminates the many cultures and traditions reflected in those who’ve made Green-Wood their final resting place. Visitors will stroll through Green-Wood to ... Read more
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1 p.m. Historic Trolley Tour
1 p.m. Historic Trolley Tour
Wednesday, October 26, 2011 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. September: 7 (The Far Side of ... Read more
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(Rescheduled) 1 p.m. Late October Walking Tour
(Rescheduled) 1 p.m. Late October Walking Tour
Saturday, October 29, 2011 Important Weather Alert: Because of the miserable weather forecasted for this Saturday, we have rescheduled Saturday’s Late October Walking Tour to Sunday. With your Saturday tour ticket, please join us for either of two Sunday tours - no need to let us know which tour you're coming on. If you don't ... Read more
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(SOLD OUT) 1 p.m. Historic Trolley Tour
(SOLD OUT) 1 p.m. Historic Trolley Tour
Sunday, October 30, 2011 This tour is sold out. Please check our calendar for other upcoming tour dates. 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 ... Read more
1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Late October Walking Tours
1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Late October Walking Tours
Sunday, October 30, 2011 Important Weather Alert: Because of the miserable weather forecasted for this Saturday, we have rescheduled Saturday’s Late October Walking Tour to Sunday. With your Saturday tour ticket, please join us for either of two Sunday tours - no need to let us know which tour you're coming on. If you don't ... Read more
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1 p.m. Historic Trolley Tour
1 p.m. Historic Trolley Tour
Wednesday, November 2, 2011 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. September: 7 (The Far Side of ... Read more
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1 p.m. Private Screening of Basquiat Film: The Radiant Child
1 p.m. Private Screening of Basquiat Film: The Radiant Child
Saturday, November 5, 2011 Q&A WITH BASQUIAT FRIENDS WHO APPEAR IN FILM, WINE & CHEESE RECEPTION, AND A VISIT TO HIS GRAVE. Sundance Film Festival: Grand Jury Prize nomination The New York Times: Critics' Pick “Davis focuses on fascinating specifics. Biographical minutiae which influenced his early work and articulate assessments from friends, former girlfriends, art ... 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.