Special Seasonal Discount! This tour price has been reduced by $5 (discount already applied). After you’ve devoured the turkey and stuffed yourself with pumpkin pie, escape from the house—especially if you need a break from your guests—and enjoy a walking tour of Green-Wood. Or if the whole family is still getting along, bring everyone! Be … Read more
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
The Death Cafe is a simple concept. Bring strangers together to discuss one of the great universal truths: death. With thousands of chapters in over 26 countries around the world, Death Cafes are informal gatherings that aim to “increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their lives.” There is no … Read more
Losing a pet can hurt just as much as losing any human, but there are people who can help: pet loss specialists. They offer emotional support and practical guidance for navigating the death of beloved pets. Discover the daily routines, challenges, and rewards of their work and gain valuable insights into memorializing and grieving our … Read more
Discover the rich history and traditions associated with the holiday Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) through family-friendly crafts, performances, music, activities, and food.
At least 950 species—and counting—of insects and spiders have been sighted in Green-Wood. Herbivores and carnivores, pollinators and parasites, beneficial and detrimental, beautiful and, sometimes, frightening—the tiny life-forms that creep, crawl, buzz, and flutter provide a fascinating wealth of knowledge about the world around us. Join expert guide Matthew Wills for a family-friendly afternoon of … Read more
Herbivores and carnivores, pollinators and parasites, beneficial and detrimental, beautiful and, sometimes, frightening, at least 950 species—and counting—of insects and spiders have been sighted in Green-Wood. Join us for an eye-opening afternoon of insect watching! In the same spirit as bird watching, we’ll observe those tiny invertebrates that your favorite birds eat and that pollinate … Read more
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. No matter when you stop by, you’ll always see a variety of species passing through. By September, offspring of summer’s nesting birds will be … Read more
As the sun sets over Green-Wood’s historic landscape, nocturnal creatures begin to stir—namely, the bats! Join bat biologist Nic Comparato for a unique and thrilling glimpse into the secretive lives of the bat species that call the Cemetery home, including the little brown bat, eastern red bat, and hoary bat. Experience a live sonar demonstration, … Read more
Note: This event has been moved to Saturday, August 10th, from Thursday, August 8th, due to rain. As the sun sets over Green-Wood’s historic landscape, nocturnal creatures begin to stir—namely, the bats! Join bat biologist Nic Comparato for a unique and thrilling glimpse into the secretive lives of the bat species that call the Cemetery … Read more