This tour focuses on the commercial core with its 1980s skyscrapers of the original World Financial Center (now Brookfield Place) designed by architect Cesar Pelli, as well as the expansive North Cove Marina and its public realm. This walk investigates how the planning concept of public-private partnership was both the principle and economic engine of […]
Rhythm and grooves fill the air at this Friday evening program. Follow the lead of professional drummers as they guide you through the pulsating beats of traditional African drumming techniques and methods. Drums provided, dancing welcome!
Concert.
Don’t miss this must-see performance showcase for two nights only. Performers from all around the world apply to be part of this culminating showcase. Each year LOHH selects the work of all female crews & companies to present their work. It is a sold-out night sharing the international Hip-Hop cultural perspective featuring women and girls […]
Paint in watercolor or use pastels and other drawing materials to capture the magical vistas of the Hudson River and the unique landscape of South Cove. An artist/educator will help participants of all levels with instruction and critique. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media.
Do you enjoy walking around your neighborhood? Young learners will be introduced to the significance of walkable communities, and learn how and why talented architects and skyscraper buildings make this possible. After a read-aloud of Mo Willems's picture book Knuffle Bunny, we will adventure around Battery Park City and point out different aspects of urban […]
Lively 2.5-hour tour of Battery Park, the Financial District, Tribeca, the Civic Center, and Chinatown. Meet at the Staten Island Ferry Terminal. Discover more than four centuries of life and death in Manhattan.
Outdoor non-toxic print workshop at NADA House on Governors Island. Learn to make rainbow roll prints and your own collagraph by gluing cut paper and flat objects onto plates. All materials are included. All ages are welcome. Sponsored by Speedball Art. Dedicated Workshop: 11am – 12:30pm (RSVP Required). Open Printmaking: 12:30 – 2pm
Bring a book or newspaper to pulp on-site, then use that pulp to create a unique sculpture to bring home. All ages welcome, no RSVP required.
Create 3-D fantastical flowers inspired by native wildflowers and tropical blossoms! Build a single bloom, a whole bouquet, a flower corsage, or a flower crown! Combining a variety of paper techniques and templates you’ll cut, twist, twirl, tear, and fold your flower into shape. Part of the Sway's Bloom event.
Violinist Curtis Stewart performs of Love:, a set of works to cherish all the time we live through. of Love features music of Alice Coltrane, Johannes Brahms, Greek Folk Tunes, Duke Ellington, Henry Purcell, The Killers, Bill Withers, JS Bach, Kendrick Lamar/Thundercat, and Curtis Stewart. Repeated at 3pm.