Exploring Green-Wood Cemetery: New York City's First Garden Cemetery
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Tickets: $35 (advance registration required)
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In 1866, the New York Times wrote that “It is the ambition of the New Yorker to live upon Fifth Avenue, to take his airings in the [Central] Park, and to sleep with his fathers in Green-Wood.” What made this cemetery such a renowned place to be buried in the 19th century and who are some of its most famous “permanent residents”? It's time to uncover the history behind one of the most unique landmarks in Brooklyn by walking along its historic hills, valleys, and paths.
Join New York Adventure Club as we hit the ground and explore a portion of Green-Wood Cemetery in Brooklyn, one of America’s oldest rural cemeteries dating back to 1838 that's also a Revolutionary War historic site and National Historic Landmark.
Led by licensed New York tour guide James Hoffman, our unique experience will include:
- An overview of the early history of Green-Wood Cemetery and how it became one of 19th Century America's most popular tourist attractions
- A wide selection of famous grave sites ranging from Egyptian style pyramids to baseball themed monoliths
- A discussion of Green-Wood’s most interesting residents running the gamut from famous politicians, to award-winning composers, to the first Brooklyn casualty of the Civil War
- A visit to Battle Hill, the highest natural point in Brooklyn and a Revolutionary War battle site
- Amazing views of the New York skyline and harbor
- A final stop at Green-Wood's famous brownstone Gothic Revival Entry Gate (famously topped with the nests of Monk parakeets)
Afterward, tour guide James will be visiting local Mexican eatery Chilo’s Greenwood for some post-tour food and drinks, so bring cash and stick around to debrief with your fellow adventurers!
See you there!
*Please bring water and a comfortable pair of shoes since we’ll be walking across hilly and uneven surfaces on the cemetery grounds
**Restrooms and water fountains can be found at the beginning and end of the tour
***This tour concludes at the main gates to Green-Wood Cemetery located at 5th Avenue and 25th Street
****A portion of each ticket will go to Green-Wood Cemetery to support preservation of this historic landmark
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Categories: In-Person, Neighborhood Tours