Aug. 22, 2024 By Natalie Dahan Calling all photographers! Whether you’re an expert or just starting out, Green-Wood Cemetery invites you to capture “A Moment in Time” in their latest photography contest. Partnering with renowned professional photo lab Printique, the contest encourages New Yorkers to share their unique perspectives and stories featuring the iconic…
Aug. 22, 2024 By Susan De Vries It’s the 248th anniversary of the Battle of Brooklyn this month and, as is the tradition in the borough, there are a bevy of events memorializing the Revolutionary War fight. Battle Week, organized by Old Stone House, includes demonstrations, performances, and tours culminating in outdoor festivities at Green-Wood…
Aug. 6, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen
A tree grows in Green-Wood Cemetery — or, it will soon.
Apr. 23, 2024 By Susan De Vries
Construction has officially commenced on the long-awaited Green-Wood Visitor Center, as observed during a stroll past the historic Weir Greenhouse last week.
Apr. 15, 2024 By Isabel Song Beer
The Green-Wood Cemetery, one of the first rural burial grounds in the country, will present a new concert series “Phantom Waves,” inspired by the acoustics in the cemetery’s catacombs and historic chapel.
Mar. 7, 2024 By Isabel Song Beer
With spring just around the corner, Brooklyn is gearing up for a spectacular display of cherry blossoms, including the borough’s historic Green-Wood Cemetery.
Dec. 27, 2023 By Isabel Song Beer
Green-Wood Cemetery, Brooklyn’s largest burial ground, is officially on the hunt for its newest in-house artist, with applications for the 2024-2025 Artist-in-Residence Program open through Jan. 31, 2024.
May. 23, 2023 By Adam Daly
Breaking ground at a cemetery is not always a joyous occasion, but the Green-Wood Cemetery officials and local pols who gathered Tuesday were all smiles as they began the construction of a new $34 million education and welcome center at Brooklyn’s biggest burial ground.