Happily Never After

Skip the box of chocolates and candlelit dinner, we have something far more romantic for you this Valentine’s Day! Join us for a spellbinding stroll through Green-Wood, where love stories take on a darker, more dramatic twist. Uncover tales of forbidden passion, tragic farewells, and scandalous affairs that defied convention and fate.

On this walking tour, you’ll meet the ill-fated Victorian lovers Charlotte Canda and Charles Jarrett, learn how the Hall-Mills M**der went from true love to true crime, and hear the shocking details of Henry Ward Beecher’s affair with Elizabeth Tilton that rocked Brooklyn society. We’ll also share the heartbreaking story of Theodore Roosevelt’s wife, who tragically died on Valentine’s Day—the same day his mother passed away.

Let the passionate, tragic, and unforgettable tales of Green-Wood stir your imagination, and maybe even your heart.

Please note that if only 1 ticket shows as available during the purchase process that is the last ticket available.

Before Purchasing Your Ticket, Please Note:

• Tickets: There is no need to print tickets! Attendees will be checked in by name.
• Where To Go: Check-in takes place at the Gothic Arch near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street).
• Accessibility & Safety: Walking tour routes cover hilly, grassy, and uneven terrain. This tour is not accessible for those using wheelchairs or other mobility aids and may be difficult for those with balance or other mobility issues. There is no place to sit down during the tour. For other disability-related accommodations, contact us at 718-210-3080, ext. 1 or [email protected]. This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10. We strongly encourage attendees to wear suitable footwear.
• A Little More About Safety: Unless there is a medical emergency, it may be difficult to exit quickly during the tour. Please consider these limitations before purchasing tickets.
• Refunds: All ticket sales are final. Refunds are only permissible if the tour is canceled by Green-Wood. Tickets cannot be exchanged for a different tour date. 
• Inclement Weather Policy: We monitor weather conditions throughout the day for the best chance of proceeding with the tour, and will not make a final decision until approximately 3 hours before the start of the tour. Cancellations will be announced via Eventbrite email blasts, so check your email and spam folders.

Photo Credit: Green-Wood Staff

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