Green-Wood Cemetery

Historic Cemetery Arboretumshort_description_v1
4.8(1,082)

Featured by

What's happening

May 22
7:30 PM
Green-Wood After Hours

Explore Green-Wood under the night sky, where the Cemetery transforms after dark. Discover the stories of remarkable New Yorkers who shaped history and culture and end the evening with rare access to the Catacombs, an underground space few ever see.

May 23
10:00 AM
Magicians and Mediums Trolley Tour

Uncover the curious legacies of Spiritualism and stage magic on this lively trolley tour, visiting the graves of strange and spellbinding figures who dabbled in séances, illusions, and the supernatural.

May 23
1:00 PM
Discover Green-Wood Trolley Tour

Hop on board our cozy, warm trolley for an expert-led tour of Green-Wood's historic landscape and some of the Cemetery’s most intriguing permanent residents.

Looking for something else to do tonight? Browse all events  ›

What's the vibe

This National Historic Landmark offers a tranquil escape with countless natural wonders and striking landscapes. It's a place for quiet contemplation, open 365 days a year.ambiance

What people are saying

4.8
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
1,082 reviews

Details

Greenwood Cemetery
500 25th St, Brooklyn, NY 11232

About

Founded in 1838, this National Historic Landmark was once the nation's second-greatest tourist attraction after Niagara Falls, drawing crowds for family outings and sculpture viewing. It's home to 580,000 permanent residents, including Leonard Bernstein and Jean-Michel Basquiat.story