Experience American history on the streets where it happened, and through the lives of our first commander-in-chief and president, George Washington, and destitute immigrant turned Secretary of the Treasury, Alexander Hamilton–two men who were truly indispensable in guiding and shaping the destiny of the United States.
Winding journey that unravels the darker past of the South Street Seaport Historic District and Lower Manhattan. This entertaining tour tells the scandalous, dubious, and sinister tales lurking in the cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and waterfront. Throughout the tour, your guide will share historical stories ripped from the headlines of newspapers and publications from the […]
Explore the diversity of migrating birds that find food and habitat in The Battery. Participants are encouraged to bring their own binoculars. RSVP is required
Take a tour of The Battery Urban Farm to learn about how we grow produce and support local wildlife in the heart of downtown New York City.
In celebration of Earth Month, join us for a family-Join a walk exploring BPC’s unique poetic experience. Each week, we will find places where poetry appears in the parks’ urban/natural setting. Read and discuss! A fun activity to celebrate our impressions will follow. performance by social & climate activists the Esther Crow Family Band.
Experience American history on the streets where it happened, and through the lives of our first commander-in-chief and president, George Washington, and destitute immigrant turned Secretary of the Treasury, Alexander Hamilton–two men who were truly indispensable in guiding and shaping the destiny of the United States.
Tall Timber examines recent tall buildings in Mass Timber and proposals for its role in a more sustainable, low-carbon future for our cities and our planet. Led by the Museum's Head of Programs and Operations, Daniel J Borrero, the tour features beautiful models of recent Mass Timber building projects, touchable material samples, and a charred […]
Winding journey that unravels the darker past of the South Street Seaport Historic District and Lower Manhattan. This entertaining tour tells the scandalous, dubious, and sinister tales lurking in the cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and waterfront. Throughout the tour, your guide will share historical stories ripped from the headlines of newspapers and publications from the […]