A Stroll Through Green-Wood Cemetery: A Historical Guide - Brooklyn, New York City

Green-Wood Cemetery, one of the first rural cemeteries in the United States, was established in 1838. It was called a rural cemetery because it was built miles away from the main part of Brooklyn, which was more populated. These cemeteries were built further from residential areas over health concerns and due to overcrowding at older cemeteries within Brooklyn and other parts of New York City.

In 1997, Green-Wood Cemetery was listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. Later on, in 2006, it also became a national historic landmark. The gates and other buildings on the land are also preserved as landmarks in the city. The cemetery has around 600,000 graves and is still very much active as a cemetery.

Inside the Fort Hamilton Gate Entrance to Green-Wood Cemetery


Tour of the crypts and catacombs

A Walk Through Greenwood Cemetery 

In conclusion, Green-Wood Cemetery is one of the most important cemeteries in the United States. It is the final resting place of many notable individuals, including artists, politicians, and military leaders. The cemetery is also home to a variety of beautiful monuments and sculptures. Green-Wood Cemetery is a place of history, art, and beauty - and it is well worth a visit.

 More Information and History about the cemetery:

https://www.green-wood.com/about-history/ - Official Site

https://www.facebook.com/historicgreenwood/

Green-Wood Cemetery, Brooklyn, NY - Photos on Flickr