Green-Wood's Battle Hill was the high ground in the Battle of Brooklyn in 1776, and this tour walks that history across the cemetery before handing you a glass of the kind of spirit the participants would actually have drunk. Two and a half hours, two Saturday afternoons in October, ending as the light goes. If you want the Revolutionary War told standing on the ground where it happened, with a tasting attached, this is the most interesting drink in Brooklyn that afternoon.
What to expect
A guided history walk over the cemetery's hills, ending with a seated or standing tasting of period spirits. It runs about two and a half hours and covers meaningful distance on foot. Photo ID is required for the tasting element.
Good to know
- Take the R to 25th Street; the main gate is a short walk away
- Only two dates run in October and places are limited
- Bring photo ID - the tour includes a spirits tasting and is adults-only
- The route climbs Green-Wood's hills, so wear shoes you can walk in
- Uneven, largely unpaved terrain limits step-free access
- Dress for late-afternoon October weather outdoors
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Common questions
Is there an age restriction?
Yes. The tour includes a spirits tasting, so it is for adults and photo ID is checked.
How much walking is involved?
A meaningful amount - the route climbs Green-Wood's hills, including the ground fought over in the Battle of Brooklyn, over roughly two and a half hours.
Which dates does it run in October 2026?
Two Saturdays, October 10 and October 31, both from 3:30pm to 6pm.
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