Aug. 26, 2024 By Jada Camille Green-Wood Cemetery hosted its annual Battle of Brooklyn Commemoration and Family Day over the weekend, inviting visitors of all ages to explore the rich history of the Revolutionary War. Visitors immersed themselves in hands-on activities highlighting the sacrifices and achievements of those who fought for American independence. Devout…
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Experimental concert series ‘Phantom Waves’ coming to Green-Wood Cemetery
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.
Spring in bloom: Green-Wood gears up for cherry blossom season
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.