Last Saturdays: Open Classroom
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Last Saturdays: Open Classroom

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📍The Green-Wood Cemetery · 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11232 Get directions ↗
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Mark your calendars for the last Saturday of every month! May through November, the Green-House is opening its classroom space for free, drop-in fun for visitors of all ages. Expect two themed hands-on activities that will help you explore the art, history, or nature of Green-Wood! Each gathering will offer something different, but whether you’re designing a monument, investigating a nature discovery table, or crafting a masterpiece, the goal remains the same: to spark curiosity and help families connect with each other and the Cemetery. Price: Free For this Last Saturdays’ art project, we will be celebrating the end of the growing season by making seed balls using native seeds collected from Jean Shin’s installation Offering. Participation is free, registration is recommended so we can get a rough headcount. Know Before You Go: Tickets: No registration required. Drop in and join us. Seating and activities are first come, first served. All ages, recommended for 5+ and caregivers. All children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Where To Go: This program takes place at the Green-House (750 Fifth Avenue), near the Main Entrance on Fifth Avenue and 25th Street. Accessibility & Safety: The Green-House is ADA-accessible. If you need accommodations for any reason, please contact our staff before reserving tickets at 718-210-3080, ext. 1, or events@green-wood.com.

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