Tribute to World-Renowned Painter George Catlin
Green-Wood Cemetery 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY, United StatesPlease join us for a tribute to world-renowned painter and chronicler of Native Americans George Catlin (July 26, 1796 - December 23, 1872). "The Greeter," a dramatic new bronze created by sculptor John Coleman and inspired by Catlin's paintings, will also be unveiled. Please arrive promptly to travel, via trolley, to the ceremony. A celebration of Catlin's ... Read more
The Great American Casket Company
Green-Wood Cemetery 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY, United StatesWhat is it that makes a good life? And a good death? The Great American Casket Company would like you to believe that they have the answers – but do they? Does anyone? Explore for yourself on this roving, immersive theater experience that uses Green-Wood’s historic landscape as a central, and essential, character. As the sun sets on 478 acres, you’ll be led down a performance rabbit hole, written exclusively for Green-Wood by BREAD Arts Collective. You’ll become a part of the show, too, as you respond and interact to what’s happening around you. By the end of your journey, you may have come to some conclusions about life’s big mysteries. Or perhaps, as is so often the case, your experience may simply raise more questions. Either way, your time with the Great American Casket Company is sure to leave a lasting impression.
The Great American Casket Company
Green-Wood Cemetery 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY, United StatesWhat is it that makes a good life? And a good death? The Great American Casket Company would like you to believe that they have the answers – but do they? Does anyone? Explore for yourself on this roving, immersive theater experience that uses Green-Wood’s historic landscape as a central, and essential, character. As the sun sets on 478 acres, you’ll be led down a performance rabbit hole, written exclusively for Green-Wood by BREAD Arts Collective. You’ll become a part of the show, too, as you respond and interact to what’s happening around you. By the end of your journey, you may have come to some conclusions about life’s big mysteries. Or perhaps, as is so often the case, your experience may simply raise more questions. Either way, your time with the Great American Casket Company is sure to leave a lasting impression.
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.
