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Green-Wood Cemetery is Looking to Cast Mrs. Niblo in Annual Summer Spectacular
Green-Wood Cemetery, in Brooklyn, is asking a simple question: Are you Mrs. Niblo? Learn how to be cast as Mrs. Niblo in the spectacular, A Night at Niblo’s Garden. Read More
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8 of NYC’s Spookiest Crypts and Catacombs
NYC may not be as old as the cities in Europe, but it still boasts a number of crypts and catacombs to get spooked if that type of exploration strikes your fancy! Read More
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20 New Public Art Installations Not to Miss This September 2019
September is turning into a pretty banner month for new public art installations in New York City. While the PORTAL Art Show on Governors Island might be the most anticipated, there are some great new...
View ArticleIN PICTURES: OHNY – The Green-Wood Cemetery Open House
An inside look into some of the select tombs and catacombs featured on the OHNY Green-Wood tour. The post IN PICTURES: OHNY – The Green-Wood Cemetery Open House appeared first on Untapped New York.
View ArticleA Guide to New York City’s Urban Landscapes with Francis Morrone
A look at the urban design of Battery Park City, timed with the release of Robin Lynn and Francis Morrone's A Guide to New York City Urban Landscapes The post A Guide to New York City’s Urban...
View ArticleCivic Virtue on Queens Boulevard: The “Sexist” Statue Being Moved in Pieces
Civic Virtue, a controversial statue in NYC, has been moved around several times and denied conservation because politicians have found it sexist. The post Civic Virtue on Queens Boulevard: The...
View ArticleCities 101: New York City is Running out of Room in Cemeteries for Its Dead
Cemeteries aren't something we think about every day, but it's definitely an urban planning issue because NYC is simply running out of space for the dead. The post Cities 101: New York City is Running...
View ArticleFun Maps: Interactive Map of Green-Wood Cemetery Shows Famous Residents and...
Green-wood Cemetery website has a large resolution map which allows you to zoom in and see the names of every path. Yes, each and every tiny path is named. The post Fun Maps: Interactive Map of...
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The Abandoned McGovern Weir Greenhouse in Front of Green-Wood Cemetery in...
On a visit to Green-Wood Cemetery in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, you might notice this magnificent little abandoned greenhouse across the street from the entrance. The post The Abandoned McGovern Weir...
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Green-Wood Cemetery’s Revolutionary War Past in the Battle of Brooklyn
A mostly forgotten outcropping at Green-Wood Cemetery also holds some great Revolutionary War history: the beginning of the Battle of Brooklyn (Long Island) The post Green-Wood Cemetery’s Revolutionary...
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Almost 100 Proposed NYC Landmarks to Be “Decalendered”
NYC is abuzz with the news that nearly 100 proposed landmarks are to be "decalendered" by the Landmarks Commission. Here are some unique locations on the list The post Almost 100 Proposed NYC Landmarks...
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Walt Whitman’s Brooklyn: 5 Places Linked to its Native Son and Poet
Walt Whitman lived and worked part of his life in what was then the independent city of Brooklyn and the now borough permeates much of his work. Here's a guide. The post Walt Whitman’s Brooklyn: 5...
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8 Surprising NYC Beekeeping Spots For National Honey Bee Day
Since beekeeping became legal in NYC in 2010, we've had an intense interest in rooftop and backyard hives by restaurants, hotels, companies and individual hobbyists. Our local farmers markets have a...
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Untapped Cities Contributors Discuss NYC Media and Its Architecture at...
Join Untapped Cities Contributors Michelle Young and Julia Vitullo-Martin along with Brokelyn News Editor David Colon as they discuss media and architecture. The post Untapped Cities Contributors...
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Daily What?! The Monk Parrots of Green-Wood Cemetery in Brooklyn
The most unlikely attraction at Brooklyn’s Green-Wood Cemetery is the group of loud, colorful, possibly illegal immigrants: the monk parrots of Argentina. The post Daily What?! The Monk Parrots of...
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12 Ways to Explore Black History Month in NYC
The Black History Month theme for 2016 is Hallowed Grounds: Sites of African-American Memories. In keeping with this theme, we suggest ten exhibits and events. The post 12 Ways to Explore Black History...
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The Top 10 Secrets of Green-Wood Cemetery In NYC
Almost 200 years old and an area of 478 acres, the Green-Wood Cemetery in Brooklyn, NYC is an impressive site with some interesting secrets. Here are our top 10. The post The Top 10 Secrets of...
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Green-Wood Cemetery Chapel is Criss-Crossed with Hundreds of Fuschia...
Green-Wood Cemetery Chapel was criss-crossed with hundreds of fuschia parachute cords for a two week site-specific installation by Brooklyn artist Aaron Asis. The post Green-Wood Cemetery Chapel is...
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11 Alternative NYC Thanksgiving Activities (No Macy’s Parade!)
Tired of the same, old, cliche, Thanksgiving? Well here is a list of alternative NYC activities to make this year more exciting and memorable. The post 11 Alternative NYC Thanksgiving Activities (No...
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15 Ways to Celebrate Black History Month 2017 in NYC
Black History Month will offer trolley tours of Green-Wood Cemetery & Weeksville, Art at Riverside Church, Studio Museum & Schomburg Center, food, gospel & jazz. The post 15 Ways to...
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