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Grieving and Weaving
Grieving and Weaving
Stitching together creativity and community, this knitting and crocheting group is unique for one reason: it meets in a cemetery. Whether you're an expert with yarn or just starting out, you are welcome to join us as we share stories, skills, and grief resources in the comfort of Green-Wood’s Modern Chapel. As we create together, ... Read more
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Birding in Peace
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 many birds that call Green-Wood home. Just because it’s winter, doesn’t mean that there aren’t interesting birds to discover in Green-Wood. For some bird species that migrate south after the breeding season, Brooklyn ... Read more
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Death Cafe
Death Cafe
The Death Cafe is a simple yet powerful idea: bring people together to openly discuss one of life’s greatest truths—death. With thousands of chapters in over 90 countries, Death Cafes are informal gatherings designed to "increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their lives." There’s no set agenda, but conversations might ... Read more
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Birding in Peace: Late-Risers Edition (Members Only)
Birding in Peace: Late-Risers Edition (Members Only)
You may know birding expert Rob Jett from his Birding in Peace tours. You know, the ones that meet at 6am? Always wanted to go on a birding tour at Green-Wood but not much of a morning person? This tour is for you! The early birder might get the worm, but you can birdwatch at ... Read more
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Silent Book Club of Death
Silent Book Club of Death
Wouldn't it be great to have a book club where you could just read and enjoy the company of other bibliophiles—without any homework? Silent Book Clubs are taking place across the country for friends and strangers to gather, share what they're learning between the pages, and settle in for an hour of silent, sustained reading. ... Read more
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Happily Never After
Happily Never After
Rain date: Saturday, February 8th, 12:30-2:30pm This isn’t your typical romantic outing. Ditch the cliché chocolates and cards, and instead, join us for a spellbinding stroll through The Green-Wood Cemetery, where love stories take on a darker, more dramatic twist. Discover tales of forbidden passion, tragic farewells, and scandalous affairs that defied convention—and fate. Price: ... 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.