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  • Earth Week: Family Birding

    What birds live in your backyard? Join us to learn the basics of bird watching in this fun outing for beginners, hobbyists, and lifelong birders alike. Together, we will explore […]

    Free

  • Earth Day on Governors Island

    Governors Island

    This free day-long cel­e­bra­tion of all things eco­log­i­cal will fea­ture envi­ron­men­tal edu­ca­tion activ­i­ties for all ages, guid­ed tours of the Island’s cli­mate-resilient land­scapes and unique Urban Farm, a bird walk focused on ear­ly migra­to­ry birds pass­ing through Gov­er­nors Island, a hands-on work­shop on mak­ing your own seed balls with the Trust’s hor­ti­cul­ture team, insect ecol­o­gy […]

    Free

  • Earth Day: Turn a New York Skyscraper Green

    This Earth Day, we highlight environmentally-conscious green buildings in New York and around the world! After discussing green building guidelines in the U.S., we’ll look at architecture abroad that takes being “green” to a whole new level! Then kids will use what they’ve learned to create a green neighborhood together! Recommended for ages 6+. Registration […]

    Free

  • Washington & Hamilton in New York City Walking Tour

    American history comes alive on the streets where it happened in historic locations critical to the lives and partnership of Alexander Hamilton and George Washington! Relive the first reading of the Declaration of Independence and the subsequent revolt, honor the fallen American troops in the Battle of Brooklyn, celebrate the Constitution’s ratification, and applaud Hamilton's […]

    Free

  • Life & Death in Manhattan Walking Tour

    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 […]

    $34

  • Earth Day Berry Bash Celebration

    Blueberries, chokeberries, cranberries, huckleberries—berries of all kinds are an important part of Indigenous food traditions. Join the museum in a springtime celebration that includes storytelling, films, and educational demonstrations about this delicious food with deep cultural roots.

    Free

  • History Tour of the Battery

    Learn about the park's rich history, many important landmarks and monuments, SeaGlass Carousel, beautiful perennial gardens designed by renowned Dutch garden designer Piet Oudolf, and so much more!

    Free

  • A Conversation with Lu Wei on Chinese Cinema: Past, Present and Future

    Screenwriter Lu Wei, often referred to as “China’s top screenwriter,” is the mastermind behind the initial drafts and storylines of some of the most iconic films in Chinese cinema, including “Farewell My Concubine,” “To Live,” “Qin Song,” “Shuangqi Zhen Daoke,” and “Red Cherry.” Despite his instrumental contributions to these films, Lu Wei has remained relatively […]

    Free

  • Witness Theater: The Sound of Silence

    Museum of Jewish Heritage

    In person and livestreamed. Bear witness to the unique performance of Witness Theater, which is the culmination of seven months of heartfelt collaboration between five Holocaust survivors who have shared their stories with sixteen high school students. On the stage, the survivors are narrators while students re-enact their wartime experiences. This collective performance honors, shares, […]

    $10

  • NYS Birding Trail

    Join BPCA naturalists to learn more about The New York State Birding Trail which highlights world-class birding opportunities across the state. Together, we will explore the parks of BPC, and […]

    Free

  • Jazz at One

    Jerome Jennings and Naomi Extra “Get Free Collective"

    Free

  • Seaport Museum Book Club

    Maritime-themed book club. In partnership with McNally Jackson Books—located at 4 Fulton Street, just a few doors down from the Museum entrance—Seaport Museum staff and special guests will stir up lively discussions informed by our shared love of literature, history, and preservation. Our literary selections will be announced one month in advance.

    Free

  • Adult Zumba

    Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and […]

    Free

  • History Tour of the Battery

    Learn about the park's rich history, many important landmarks and monuments, SeaGlass Carousel, beautiful perennial gardens designed by renowned Dutch garden designer Piet Oudolf, and so much more!

    Free

  • Adult Chorus

    Directed by Church Street School of Music, the chorus is open to all who love to sing! Learn contemporary and classic songs and perform at community events throughout the year.

    Free

  • Bach at One

    Alcee Chriss, organ; Sandra Miller, flute; Sarah Stone, cello.

    Free

  • Easy Money: American Puritans and the Invention of Modern Currency

    Economists endlessly debate the nature of legal tender monetary systems—coins and bills issued by a government or other authority. Yet the origins of these currencies have received little attention. Dror Goldberg tells the story of modern money in North America through the Massachusetts colony during the 17th century. As the young settlement transitioned to self-governance […]

    Free

  • Novus at One

    Featuring Trinity Church's new music orchestra, NOVUS NY, a key player on the contemporary music scene.

    Free

  • Upcoming Event: Hudson Eats Piano Bar at Brookfield Place

    Brookfield Place

    Event Name: Hudson Eats Piano Bar Event Date & Hours: Thursdays, April 27th – May 25, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Location: Hudson Eats, 2nd Level of Brookfield Place Participation: FREE and Open to the Public – No Tickets Needed We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a piano bar every Thursday! Gather your colleagues for an after-work […]

    Free

  • China Institute Calligraphy Meetup

    Come to China Institute to learn, explore, and practice calligraphy, an ancient art that cultivates appreciation of art and culture, language learning, and self-wellness in general. A unique way of writing that incorporates brushwork, composition, and balance to create an expressive piece of artwork, Chinese calligraphy has been widely considered as the finest form of […]

    Free

  • A World Poet: On Translating Cavafy, with Daniel Mendelsohn & Jana Prikryl

    Reading and discussion. Celebrated Cavafy scholar and a noted translator of his work Daniel Mendelsohn will engage in conversation with acclaimed poet Jana Prikryl on Cavafy’s stature as a “poet of the world,” which will consider the poet’s biography, the global influences on his work, as well as the art of translation, and the process […]

  • Tai Chi

    Improve balance, strength and focus through gentle exercises. The sights and sounds of the river provide a serene background for the ancient flowing postures. An ideal choice for participants of […]

    Free

  • Print Your Own Stationery

    Established in 1775, the Bowne & Co. letterpress print shop is a piece of New York City history, and now you can join our printers in celebrating this rich legacy in hands-on workshops! Sign up today for an immersive program where you can work together with Bowne’s designers to produce your own custom set of […]

    Free

  • History Tour of the Battery

    Learn about the park's rich history, many important landmarks and monuments, SeaGlass Carousel, beautiful perennial gardens designed by renowned Dutch garden designer Piet Oudolf, and so much more!

    Free

  • Creative Writing

    Weekly writing session. Taking inspiration from life events, participants will be encouraged to use reflection as a way to enhance their writing styles in any preferred mode. Free, space is […]

    Free

  • Building the Empire State

    Livestreamed. Constructed in eleven months, the 1250-foot Empire State Building, the world's tallest skyscraper from 1931 to 1971, was a marvel of modern engineering. The frame rose more than a story a day; no comparable building since has matched that rate of ascent. The construction was orchestrated by general contractors Starrett Brothers & Eken, premier […]

    Free

  • Don’t Call Me Home

    A moving and wickedly funny memoir about one woman’s life as the daughter of a Warhol superstar and the intimate bonds of mother-daughter relationships.

  • Adult Zumba

    Irish Hunger Memorial

    Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and […]

    Free

  • Pickleball

    Brookfield Place

    Try your hand at pickleball on the scenic waterfront at Brookfield Place. Walk-in event without reservations. Courts are available on a first come, first served basis. Two pickleball courts will be available for play. Sessions are half-hour increments. All equipment will be supplied free of charge

    Free

  • Senior Drop In and Mah Jongg

    Join seniors from the greater BPC area for conversation, local news, and informal card and board games.

    Free

  • The Voices of Descendants: The Continued Impact of the Holocaust

    Museum of Jewish Heritage

    Emanuel Rosen, author of If Anyone Calls, Tell Them I Died, and Noah Lederman, author of A World Erased: A Grandson’s Search for His Family’s Holocaust Secrets, both reflect on the Holocaust in their writings as descendants of Holocaust survivors. They each explore how losses suffered by one generation, and the holes left by the […]

    $10

  • Drop-In Chess

    Rockefeller Park

    Play the popular strategy game while getting pointers and advice from an expert. Chess improves concentration, problem solving, and strategic planning — plus it’s fun! For ages 5 and up […]

    Free

  • Illumination Spring Showcase

    Immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind outdoor light festival with Illumination.nyc.

    Free

  • Guided Bird Walk

    Join experienced birding guide Gabriel Willow on a walk through The Battery to observe the diversity of migrating birds that visit the park. Meet at the Netherland Memorial Flagpole

    Free

  • Figure al Fresco

    Observe and sketch the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. An artist/ educator will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Drawing […]

    Free

  • Elements of Nature Drawing

    Create with drawing materials, pastels and watercolors. Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled and seasonally evolving palette of BPC’s verdant gardens. An artist/ educator will provide ideas and instruction. Materials […]

    Free

  • Sunset Yoga

    Rockefeller Park

    Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. All levels are welcome. Bring your own mat.

    Free

  • A World Poet: On Translating Cavafy, with Daniel Mendelsohn & Jana Prikryl

    Reading and discussion. Celebrated Cavafy scholar and a noted translator of his work Daniel Mendelsohn will engage in conversation with acclaimed poet Jana Prikryl on Cavafy’s stature as a “poet of the world,” which will consider the poet’s biography, the global influences on his work, as well as the art of translation, and the process […]

  • Upcoming Event: Hudson Eats Piano Bar at Brookfield Place

    Brookfield Place

    Event Name: Hudson Eats Piano Bar Event Date & Hours: Thursdays, April 27th – May 25, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Location: Hudson Eats, 2nd Level of Brookfield Place Participation: FREE and Open to the Public – No Tickets Needed We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a piano bar every Thursday! Gather your colleagues for an after-work […]

    Free

  • Fresh Prints

    Open house will feature a breadth of printing equipment that you will be invited to use. You’ll get to see how the designers at Bowne lock up limited edition designs that will showcase some of the more eccentric parts from the Seaport Museum’s printing and graphic arts collection. Established in 1775, this letterpress print shop […]

    Free

  • Enter Ghost

    Reading. After years away from her family's homeland, and reeling from a disastrous love affair, actress Sonia Nasir returns to Haifa to visit her older sister Haneen. This is her first trip back since the second intifada and the deaths of their grandparents: while Haneen made a life here commuting to Tel Aviv to teach […]

  • To Paint the Earth in Concert

    Museum of Jewish Heritage

    In person and livestreamed. To Paint the Earth is the Richard Rodgers’ Award-winning musical that tells the story of the Jewish Underground in the Warsaw Ghetto in 1943 and its stunning decision to fight back. In the tradition of “Fiddler on the Roof” and “Les Misérables,” and inspired by memoirs, video, and first-hand accounts from […]

    $32

  • POP: SYREN Modern Dance

    As SYREN celebrates its 20-year anniversary, the company is proud to present Ithaka, a nine-section modern dance created by Kate Sutter in collaboration with the dancers of SYREN and set to the lively and dynamic music of LA-based composer and producer Calimossa.

    $20

  • Native New York Film Festival

    The Native New York Film Festival, in conjunction with the Native New York exhibition, spotlights filmmakers, new films, fan favorites, and filmmaker discussions reflecting on what makes New York a Native place.

    Free

  • Tai Chi

    Improve balance, strength and focus through gentle exercises. The sights and sounds of the river provide a serene background for the ancient flowing postures. An ideal choice for participants of all ages.

    Free

  • Cinco de Mayo Salsa Night

    Salsa your way into the weekend this Cinco de Mayo at the Seaport. Start with a salsa lesson led by two dance pros and enjoy a live performance by local salsa band Grupo Centeno. The band will play two sets — at 6:30pm and 7:45pm. In between, the music will continue, and you’ll have the […]

    Free

  • NYC Landmarks II: How the Chrysler Building got its Crown

    Celebrate the Chrysler Building’s 93rd anniversary and learn more about how its fancy scalloped crown and needle spire helped it win the title of “World’s Tallest Building” in 1930. Kids will learn about New York’s famous Art Deco skyscrapers, now nearly a century old, and then inspired by their artistry, we’ll create our own spire-like […]

    Free

  • Drawing in the Park

    South Cove

    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.

    Free

  • I Love My Park Day

    Rockefeller Park

    Calling all Citizen Scientists! Download the iNaturalist free app to learn about the vast diversity of wildlife that call BPC home. Every observation contributes to documenting the biodiversity of Battery Park City.

    Free

  • Life & Death in Manhattan Walking Tour

    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 […]

    $34

  • Seaport Museum Family Activity Weekend

    Hands-on activities and engagement stations for kids of all ages provide creative opportunities that illuminate history and life at sea while enhancing your visit to the Museum’s galleries, the tall ship Wavertree, and the lightship Ambrose.

    Free

  • History Tour of the Battery

    Learn about the park's rich history, many important landmarks and monuments, SeaGlass Carousel, beautiful perennial gardens designed by renowned Dutch garden designer Piet Oudolf, and so much more!

    Free

  • Illumination Spring Showcase

    Immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind outdoor light festival with Illumination.nyc. The show closes tonight with a silent disco. Headphones are free; ID is required.

    Free

  • Hoppy Rabbit Playdate 华美跳跳兔亲子时光

    Every first Sunday starting March, China Institute Hoppy Rabbit Playdate program offers 1-hour open session where families can bring their children to our spacious and cozy indoor playground space to play, socialize, have fun with age-appropriate toys and activities. This is also a great time to meet children and families interested in exploring Chinese language […]

    Free

  • Virtual Walking Tour: Unveiling Jewish Budapest

    Budapest’s historic Jewish quarter is home to a thriving community of 100,000 with rich heritage and enduring spirit. On this livestreamed, virtual tour we’ll delve into the origins and evolution […]

    $25

  • Print Your Own Mother’s Day Card

    Looking for a special Mother’s Day gift? Come to Bowne & Co. to join the talented designers in creating a festive card using the Museum’s 19th century historical printing equipment. In this two-hour workshop, you are invited to get hands-on throughout the printing process, and will get to see how the designers at Bowne use […]

    Free

  • Sea Chanteys and Maritime Music

    Includes a 45-minute performance by various local artists singing a variety of traditional maritime work songs and ballads. Attendees are invited to sing along with the featured guests or just sit back and enjoy their performance. Following the set, the stage will open for a round-robin where attendees––in-person and virtual––can sing and share their favorite […]

    Free

  • Jazz Icons

    Eight-time GRAMMY-winning bassist Christian McBride is the Artistic Director of JAZZ HOUSE KiDS and has performed with jazz greats like Herbie Hancock, Pat Metheny, Joe Henderson, Diana Krall, and Chick Corea, as well as pop legends like Sting, The Roots, Paul McCartney, and Celine Dion. He will be joined by pianist Kenny Barron, a recipient […]

    Free

  • Nritya Tehzeeb

    Leela Academy presents a spectacular performance highlighting the rich history and breadth of kathak dance’s unique amalgamation of Hindu and Islamic cultures of the Indian subcontinent. Experience the classic beauty, enticing rhythms, lighting pirouettes, stunning footwork, and expressive storytelling that is emblematic of Leela’s training and education of kathak dance. Featuring live musical artists: Satyaprakash […]

    $24

  • Creative Writing

    Weekly writing session. Taking inspiration from life events, participants will be encouraged to use reflection as a way to enhance their writing styles in any preferred mode. Free, space is limited, registration required.

    Free

  • Adult Zumba

    Irish Hunger Memorial

    Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and a lot of fun. Participants are encouraged to bring their own equipment: weights, water bottle, hand towel etc. Proof of vaccination required.

    Free

  • History Tour of the Battery

    Learn about the park's rich history, many important landmarks and monuments, SeaGlass Carousel, beautiful perennial gardens designed by renowned Dutch garden designer Piet Oudolf, and so much more!

    Free

  • Senior Drop In and Mah Jongg

    Join seniors from the greater BPC area for conversation, local news, and informal card and board games.

    Free

  • Upcoming Event: Hudson Eats Piano Bar at Brookfield Place

    Brookfield Place

    Event Name: Hudson Eats Piano Bar Event Date & Hours: Thursdays, April 27th – May 25, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Location: Hudson Eats, 2nd Level of Brookfield Place Participation: FREE and Open to the Public – No Tickets Needed We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a piano bar every Thursday! Gather your colleagues for an after-work […]

    Free

  • Upcoming Event: Hudson Eats Piano Bar at Brookfield Place

    Brookfield Place

    Event Name: Hudson Eats Piano Bar Event Date & Hours: Thursdays, April 27th – May 25, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Location: Hudson Eats, 2nd Level of Brookfield Place Participation: FREE and Open to the Public – No Tickets Needed We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a piano bar every Thursday! Gather your colleagues for an after-work […]

    Free

  • Upcoming Event: Hudson Eats Piano Bar at Brookfield Place

    Brookfield Place

    Event Name: Hudson Eats Piano Bar Event Date & Hours: Thursdays, April 27th – May 25, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Location: Hudson Eats, 2nd Level of Brookfield Place Participation: FREE and Open to the Public – No Tickets Needed We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a piano bar every Thursday! Gather your colleagues for an after-work […]

    Free

  • Upcoming Event: Hudson Eats Piano Bar at Brookfield Place

    Brookfield Place

    Event Name: Hudson Eats Piano Bar Event Date & Hours: Thursdays, April 27th – May 25, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Location: Hudson Eats, 2nd Level of Brookfield Place Participation: FREE and Open to the Public – No Tickets Needed We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a piano bar every Thursday! Gather your colleagues for an after-work […]

    Free

  • Brookfield Place’s Hudson Eats Jazz

    Brookfield Place

    We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a jazz club from 5:00 to 8:00 PM every Thursday from June 1 to July 27! Gather your colleagues for an after-work drink or make Brookfield Place your evening destination with friends. From straight-ahead to bebop, enjoy some of NYC’s best jazz musicians and happy hour specials at this quintessential […]

    Free

  • Brookfield Place’s Hudson Eats Jazz

    Brookfield Place

    We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a jazz club from 5:00 to 8:00 PM every Thursday from June 1 to July 27! Gather your colleagues for an after-work drink or make Brookfield Place your evening destination with friends. From straight-ahead to bebop, enjoy some of NYC’s best jazz musicians and happy hour specials at this quintessential […]

    Free

  • Transgender People, the Nazi State, and the Holocaust

    In the 1920s, Berlin was home to a thriving transgender community, with trans-focused magazines, famous drag clubs, and Magnus Hirschfeld’s Institute for Sexual Science, where some trans people went for […]

    $10

  • HK2K Flix: In the Mood for Love

    Set in the Hong Kong of the early 1960’s, In the Mood for Love (2000), directed by Wong Kar-wai, tells the story of two neighbors who form a strong bond […]

    Free

  • Contemporary Asian American Ballads

    Spend the evening in Battery Park City listening to eclectic voices presented by Asian American Writers’ Workshop. This event will be a reading with a conversation with poets on their […]

    Free

  • Adult Zumba

    Irish Hunger Memorial

    Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and a lot of fun. Participants are encouraged to bring their own equipment: weights, water bottle, hand towel etc. Proof of vaccination required.

    Free

  • Curator’s Tour of Sky Marks Landmarks

    The Museum's director, Carol Willis, will offer a gallery tour of SKY MARKS | LANDMARKS, which focuses on all the structures in New York designated as individual Landmarks that are […]

    Free

  • Queer History: Songs of the Waterfront

    Pier 17

    Kick off LGBTQ+ Pride Month with The Ranzo Boys and the Seaport Museum! In this musical program, Lafayette Matthews and Jules Peiperl will explore queer narratives in maritime music. Through […]

    Free

  • Sunset Singing Circle

    Singer/songwriter Terre Roche leads this weekly singing program with the beautiful backdrop of the setting sun over the Hudson. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned crooner, the singing circle is perfect for mellow melodies and healthy harmonizing.

    Free

  • Drawing in the Park

    South Cove

    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.

    Free

  • Global Architecture III: Mosques

    Mosques are places of worship for Muslims around the world. Their interiors often feature beautiful domes and intricate patterned designs inspired by repeating geometric shapes. Join us to learn more […]

    Free

  • Saturday Family Workshop: Drag Story Hour

    In celebration of Pride month, BPCA presents Drag Story Hour, a fun and fabulous educational experience that celebrates gender diversity and all forms of difference to build empathy and give […]

    Free

  • Life & Death in Manhattan Walking Tour

    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 […]

    $34

  • Hester Street Fair

    Jewelry. Art. Baked goods and local vintage. Home goods. Live DJs.

    Free

  • Seaport Museum Family Activity Weekend

    Hands-on activities and engagement stations for kids of all ages provide creative opportunities that illuminate history and life at sea while enhancing your visit to the Museum’s galleries, the tall […]

    Free

  • History Tour of the Battery

    Learn about the park's rich history, many important landmarks and monuments, SeaGlass Carousel, beautiful perennial gardens designed by renowned Dutch garden designer Piet Oudolf, and so much more!

    Free

  • Oyster Classic 5K

    Governors Island

    Run around Governors Island to benefit the Harbor School.

    $55

  • Playscape Performs

    Music, dance, puppetry and more. The shows is repeated at 1:30pm.

    Free

  • Sea Chanteys and Maritime Music

    Includes a 45-minute performance by various local artists singing a variety of traditional maritime work songs and ballads. Attendees are invited to sing along with the featured guests or just sit back and enjoy their performance. Following the set, the stage will open for a round-robin where attendees––in-person and virtual––can sing and share their favorite […]

    Free

  • Masses for the Soul

    The Choir of Trinity Wall Street, Downtown Voices, Trinity Youth Chorus, and NOVUS NY perform an array of bluegrass, jazz, and gospel tunes in this season finale concert that is guaranteed to make you move. The performance will feature works by Mary Lou Williams, Carol Barnett, Bob Chilcott, and others alongside a Jazz Mass from […]

    Free

  • Creative Writing

    Weekly writing session. Taking inspiration from life events, participants will be encouraged to use reflection as a way to enhance their writing styles in any preferred mode. Free, space is […]

    Free

  • Pride Mural, Kid Style

    Spray paint. Street art. Unleash your kids’ creativity as the team at Graff Tours invites them into the world of graffiti culture. This live spray painting demo and lesson will culminate in a special, colorful Pride-inspired mural, created by participants. For children ages 5+.

    Free

  • CPR Demonstrations

    The American Heart Association will be hosting hands-only CPR demonstrations.

    Free

  • Senior Drop In and Mah Jongg

    Join seniors from the greater BPC area for conversation, local news, and informal card and board games.

    Free

  • Drop-In Chess

    Rockefeller Park

    Play the popular strategy game while getting pointers and advice from an expert. Chess improves concentration, problem solving, and strategic planning — plus it’s fun! For ages 5 and up […]

    Free

  • Poets House Poetry Walk Across the Brooklyn Bridge

    Walk with legendary poets Rae Armantrout, Chen Chen, Rigoberto González, Kimiko Hahn, Terrance Hayes, Tommy Pico, and Tracy K. Smith as they celebrate the poetic richness of New York City through historical poems and their own work. All proceeds benefit Poets House, reservations are required.

    $300

  • Figure al Fresco

    Observe and sketch the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. An artist/ educator will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Drawing […]

    Free

  • Virtual Walking Tour: Jewish Resilience in Paris

    Museum of Jewish Heritage

    Paris’ Jewish history is long-storied, and this livestreamed, virtual tour will start in the Middle Ages. Explore the Marais, where the heart of Paris’ Jewish community lies, and delve into […]

    $25

  • Elements of Nature Drawing

    Create with drawing materials, pastels and watercolors. Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled and seasonally evolving palette of BPC’s verdant gardens. An artist/ educator will provide ideas and instruction. Materials […]

    Free

  • Sunset Yoga

    Rockefeller Park

    Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. All levels are welcome. Bring your own mat.

    Free

  • Intersections: 50 Years of Hip Hop & the WTC

    Intersections examines the often-surprising connections between 9/11 and today’s world. From global industries to individual lives, the attacks sparked a fundamental shift for many, altering trajectories in ways both expected […]

    Free

  • Walk With Me Film Screening

    The Seaport Museum’s LGBTQ+ Pride Month festivities continue with a special screening of the music-forward film Walk With Me. Together we will follow the emotional journey of a young mother […]

    Free

  • Set It Off

    Film screening outdoors. For­mer bank teller Frankie (Vive­ca A. Fox) is strug­gling to make ends meet, work­ing a low-pay­ing job as a jan­i­tor along­side close friends Cleo (Queen Lat­i­fah), Stony […]

    Free

  • Pick Up Pickleball

    Each Thursday the net at Esplanade Plaza will be lowered to allow for pickleball games, on a first come first serve basis.

    Free

  • Upcoming Event: Hudson Eats Piano Bar at Brookfield Place

    Brookfield Place

    Event Name: Hudson Eats Piano Bar Event Date & Hours: Thursdays, April 27th – May 25, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Location: Hudson Eats, 2nd Level of Brookfield Place Participation: FREE and Open to the Public – No Tickets Needed We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a piano bar every Thursday! Gather your colleagues for an after-work […]

    Free

  • Brookfield Place’s Hudson Eats Jazz

    Brookfield Place

    We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a jazz club from 5:00 to 8:00 PM every Thursday from June 1 to July 27! Gather your colleagues for an after-work drink or make Brookfield Place your evening destination with friends. From straight-ahead to bebop, enjoy some of NYC’s best jazz musicians and happy hour specials at this quintessential […]

    Free

  • Brookfield Place’s Hudson Eats Jazz

    Brookfield Place

    We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a jazz club from 5:00 to 8:00 PM every Thursday from June 1 to July 27! Gather your colleagues for an after-work drink or make Brookfield Place your evening destination with friends. From straight-ahead to bebop, enjoy some of NYC’s best jazz musicians and happy hour specials at this quintessential […]

    Free

  • Interludes: Paul Taylor School

    One of the most famous and dynamic modern dance ensembles of our time, the Paul Taylor School, will lead a fun interactive dance class featuring choreography from their world-renowned repertoire. […]

    Free

  • Gibney Presents: Falcon Dance

    Beauty Happens explores intimacy, human resilience, adaptation, and physical empowerment. The work interrogates themes of instinct, chaos, control and the repercussions of touch. Influenced by the mating dances, flocking patterns, […]

    $20 – $25

  • Adult Zumba

    Irish Hunger Memorial

    Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and […]

    Free

  • Sunset Singing Circle

    Singer/songwriter Terre Roche leads this weekly singing program with the beautiful backdrop of the setting sun over the Hudson. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned crooner, the singing […]

    Free

  • Drawing in the Park

    South Cove

    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.

    Free

  • Life & Death in Manhattan Walking Tour

    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 […]

    $34

  • Lavender Festival

    Governors Island

    Tours, demon­stra­tions, mak­er work­shops, har­vest­ing oppor­tu­ni­ties and fun fam­i­ly activ­i­ties at the Laven­der Field on Gov­er­nors Island — a heal­ing space for com­mu­ni­ty, bees and the earth, and the only laven­der field […]

    $12

  • Jazz Age Lawn Party

    Governors Island

    Break out your best flap­per dress­es, linen jack­ets, straw hats and spats, and 100-year-old Gats­by-inspired attire! New York’s favorite throw­back par­ty is back this June for its 16th anniver­sary. The […]

    $50

  • Seaport Museum Family Activity Weekend

    Hands-on activities and engagement stations for kids of all ages provide creative opportunities that illuminate history and life at sea while enhancing your visit to the Museum’s galleries, the tall […]

    Free

  • Forging Maritime Metals

    Pier 16

    Metalworking demonstrations that delve into the crucial role of blacksmiths during the Age of Sail, both on land and aboard ships at sea. Professional metalworker and long-time Seaport Museum volunteer Barry Greene will enlighten viewers about the tools and materials employed by smiths. Through live showcases, he will demonstrate the historical art of crafting rivets, […]

    Free

  • History Tour of the Battery

    Learn about the park's rich history, many important landmarks and monuments, SeaGlass Carousel, beautiful perennial gardens designed by renowned Dutch garden designer Piet Oudolf, and so much more!

    Free

  • Community Dance: Mambo

    In celebration of Caribbean-American Heritage Month, all are invited to experience the dynamic and creative energy of the Franck Muhel & His Mambo Dancers. Learn the traditional steps of the mambo by the renowned dancer and choreographer Franck Muhel whom you may have seen recently dancing in the acclaimed movie “In the Heights”. Then hit […]

    Free

  • An “Eventful and Somewhat Romantic” Life: Yan Phou Lee in America

    Yan Phou Lee (李恩富) was the first Chinese American to publish a book in the United States, When I was a Boy in China (1887). He first came to the U.S. at the age of 12, as a member of the Chinese Educational Mission (CEM), which ran from 1873 to 1881. Lee returned to the […]

    Free

  • Playscape Performs

    Music, dance, puppetry and more. The shows is repeated at 1:30pm.

    Free

  • Seaport Museum Open Day with PJ Library

    Visit the Seaport Museum for free campus-wide family fun in partnership with PJ Library! One day a month, April through June General Admission ticketing fees will be waived for a […]

    Free

  • Creative Writing

    Weekly writing session. Taking inspiration from life events, participants will be encouraged to use reflection as a way to enhance their writing styles in any preferred mode. Free, space is limited, registration required.

    Free

  • Seaport Cinema: Air Bud

    Pier 17

    Air Bud: A tale about an uncanny canine whose ability to shoot hoops astonishes a lonely boy, who rescues the dog from an abusive owner. Rated PG.

    Free

  • Workshop: Gardening for Pollinators

    Learn the practices and plants that can support our native pollinators like bees and butterflies, at all stages of their life cycles.

    Free

  • History Tour of the Battery

    Learn about the park's rich history, many important landmarks and monuments, SeaGlass Carousel, beautiful perennial gardens designed by renowned Dutch garden designer Piet Oudolf, and so much more!

    Free

  • Senior Drop In and Mah Jongg

    Join seniors from the greater BPC area for conversation, local news, and informal card and board games.

    Free

  • Drop-In Chess

    Rockefeller Park

    Play the popular strategy game while getting pointers and advice from an expert. Chess improves concentration, problem solving, and strategic planning — plus it’s fun! For ages 5 and up (adults welcome).

    Free

  • Pen Parentis

    Pop up author collaborations.

    Free

  • Figure al Fresco

    Observe and sketch the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. An artist/ educator will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Drawing materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media.

    Free

  • Elements of Nature Drawing

    Create with drawing materials, pastels and watercolors. Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled and seasonally evolving palette of BPC’s verdant gardens. An artist/ educator will provide ideas and instruction. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media.

    Free

  • Sunset Yoga

    Rockefeller Park

    Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. All levels are welcome. Bring your own mat.

    Free

  • Little Syria, New York: Walking Tours of Washington Street

    One of the best-kept secrets of early New York is the presence of the first Arabic-speaking community in the United States, located on Washington Street on the Lower West Side of Manhattan, first settled in 1880. Almost no buildings remain on Washington Street from the nineteenth century. Linda Jacobs, a scholar and historian will give […]

    Free

  • Upcoming Event: Hudson Eats Piano Bar at Brookfield Place

    Brookfield Place

    Event Name: Hudson Eats Piano Bar Event Date & Hours: Thursdays, April 27th – May 25, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Location: Hudson Eats, 2nd Level of Brookfield Place Participation: FREE and Open to the Public – No Tickets Needed We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a piano bar every Thursday! Gather your colleagues for an after-work […]

    Free

  • Brookfield Place’s Hudson Eats Jazz

    Brookfield Place

    We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a jazz club from 5:00 to 8:00 PM every Thursday from June 1 to July 27! Gather your colleagues for an after-work drink or make Brookfield Place your evening destination with friends. From straight-ahead to bebop, enjoy some of NYC’s best jazz musicians and happy hour specials at this quintessential […]

    Free

  • Brookfield Place’s Hudson Eats Jazz

    Brookfield Place

    We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a jazz club from 5:00 to 8:00 PM every Thursday from June 1 to July 27! Gather your colleagues for an after-work drink or make Brookfield Place your evening destination with friends. From straight-ahead to bebop, enjoy some of NYC’s best jazz musicians and happy hour specials at this quintessential […]

    Free

  • Silent Disco Pride

    Celebrate Pride Month with a silent disco dance party featuring Gotham Cheer and queer DJ’s from QuietEvents. Breathtaking sunset views and Lady Liberty will serve as our backdrop as we […]

    Free

  • Talk to Me About Water

    Talk to Me About Water is an immersive music experience to expand conversations about global water issues. Participants include a group of artists, science storytellers, water scientists, artificial intelligence researchers, […]

    Free

  • BPC South Neighborhood Walking Tour

    Explore Battery Park City’s southern district, which is home to the Skyscraper Museum and includes some of BPC’s earliest landscapes and infrastructure, including the residential enclaves built in the 1990s that followed the 1979 Cooper Eckstut Master Plan. We will visit historic Pier A and South Cove, as well as the green spaces that connect […]

    Free

  • Jazz WaHi Com­posers Sex­tet

    Performance of works and world pre­mieres of composer/​performer mem­bers: Julie Man­is­cal­co, Trum­pet; Berta Moreno, Tenor sax; Michael Rör­by, Trom­bone; Mark Kross, Piano; Eddy Khaimovich, Bass and Joseph Chi­diebere Emmanuel, Drums. […]

    Free

  • Sunset Singing Circle

    Singer/songwriter Terre Roche leads this weekly singing program with the beautiful backdrop of the setting sun over the Hudson. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned crooner, the singing […]

    Free

  • duel c

    duel c has a relationship to Charles Gaines’ piece Moving Chains, a public sculpture on the island. duel c is a performance where care and violence commingle, stirring toward undoing. A dance of entanglement, duel c aims to inhabit an illogic, sentience, and perpetual movement that isn’t funded by empathy, guilt, nor the labor of […]

    Free

  • Gibney Presents: Johnnie Cruise Mercer, The Decade from Hell . . .

    This devised movement theater work is structured as a live-studio audience recording that uses the nostalgia of the early 2000’s as a jumping-off point. The work features a cast of Millennial and GenZ BIPOC artists, including Alicia Dellimore, Brooker Rucker, Paulina Meneses, Alicia Morales, and Bria Bacon. With visual/film direction by Torian Ugworji, lighting design […]

    $25

  • Knuffle Bunny: The Importance of Walkable Cities

    Location, location, location! Join us to celebrate the walkability of Battery Park City as we take a short tour of the neighborhood and learn about the importance of walkable cities by reading Mo Willems’ Knuffle Bunny. After, we’ll use chalk to imagine our ideal walkable neighborhood! All ages welcome. RSVP required.

    Free

  • Workshop: Flower Arrangements

    Create a floral design to enjoy at home or to give away as a gift, using flowers and foliage from The Battery’s stunning gardens. RSVP is required.

    Free

  • Porch Stomp

    Porch Stomp invites dozens of folk bands, artists, and per­form­ing arts orga­ni­za­tions to use the his­toric porch­es of Nolan Park as a space for per­for­mance and edu­ca­tion, high­light­ing artistry rang­ing from tra­di­tion­al folk to old-time, blues, roots, blue­grass and Americana.

    Free

  • Fad Market

    Rotat­ing line­up of over 40 of the city’s emerg­ing mak­ers, design­ers, artists, and small busi­ness­es, FAD Mar­ket will fea­ture hand­craft­ed jew­el­ry, art, appar­el, bath and body care, table­ware, home fur­nish­ings, […]

  • Seaport Museum Family Activity Weekend

    Hands-on activities and engagement stations for kids of all ages provide creative opportunities that illuminate history and life at sea while enhancing your visit to the Museum’s galleries, the tall ship Wavertree, and the lightship Ambrose.

    Free

  • History Tour of the Battery

    Learn about the park's rich history, many important landmarks and monuments, SeaGlass Carousel, beautiful perennial gardens designed by renowned Dutch garden designer Piet Oudolf, and so much more!

    Free

  • At the Movies: Café Daughter

    In a small Saskatchewan town in the 1960s, Yvette Wong, a young girl of Chinese and Cree heritage, struggles with her Indigenous identity amidst family tragedy in this coming-of-age film directed by Mohawk artist and filmmaker Shelley Niro. Yvette’s mother, Katherine, discourages her from embracing her Cree identity, so she explores it in secret. As […]

    Free

  • Little Syria, New York: Walking Tours of Washington Street

    One of the best-kept secrets of early New York is the presence of the first Arabic-speaking community in the United States, located on Washington Street on the Lower West Side of Manhattan, first settled in 1880. Almost no buildings remain on Washington Street from the nineteenth century. Linda Jacobs, a scholar and historian will give […]

    Free

  • Juneteenth Celebration

    Rockefeller Park

    Juneteenth, or Emancipation Day, originated in 1865 in Galveston, Texas. Battery Park City’s 7th annual Juneteenth Celebration offers fun and history, art and music. The Federation of Black Cowboys share history, horsemanship and riding. (Must be 3 years old or older for pony ride). Paint your own Juneteenth flag and make a bandana with bright […]

    Free

  • Rabitah: Poetry in the Park

    Performance by three musicians from the New York Arabic Orchestra who will collaborate with two reciters, Hani Bawardi and Rita Elojail Zihenni, to celebrate the literary contributions of the early Arabic-speaking community in Lower Manhattan. Predominantly Syrian and Lebanese, these early writers formed a literary association called al Rabitah al Qalamiyah (the Pen Bond), among […]

    Free

  • River to River Festival: West African Concert with Natu Camara

    Rockefeller Park

    The closing concert of LMCC’s River to River Festival continues the Juneteenth Celebration with Guinean musician and activist Natu Camara and her vibrant band. Her uplifting message, inspired by her beloved home, is wrapped in a blend of afro-rock and soul. “Get your comfortable shoes on my New Yorkers, we are going to sing and […]

    Free

  • Playscape Performs

    Music, dance, puppetry and more. The shows is repeated at 1:30pm.

    Free

  • Workshop: Gardening for Pollinators

    Learn the practices and plants that can support our native pollinators like bees and butterflies, at all stages of their life cycles.

    Free

  • Adult Zumba

    Irish Hunger Memorial

    Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and […]

    Free

  • History Tour of the Battery

    Learn about the park's rich history, many important landmarks and monuments, SeaGlass Carousel, beautiful perennial gardens designed by renowned Dutch garden designer Piet Oudolf, and so much more!

    Free

  • Senior Drop In and Mah Jongg

    Join seniors from the greater BPC area for conversation, local news, and informal card and board games.

    Free

  • Drop-In Chess

    Rockefeller Park

    Play the popular strategy game while getting pointers and advice from an expert. Chess improves concentration, problem solving, and strategic planning — plus it’s fun! For ages 5 and up […]

    Free

  • Figure al Fresco

    Observe and sketch the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. An artist/ educator will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Drawing […]

    Free

  • Virtual Walking Tour: Livorno’s Jewish Community

    Livorno, Italy is a port city on the west coast of Tuscany with a Jewish community that dates back to the sixteenth century. This livestreamed, virtual walking tour will begin at the Piazza della Repubblica, home to the Monumento dei Quattro Mori; this statue commemorates the power of the Grand Duchy of Tuscany, which protected […]

    $25

  • Elements of Nature Drawing

    Create with drawing materials, pastels and watercolors. Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled and seasonally evolving palette of BPC’s verdant gardens. An artist/ educator will provide ideas and instruction. Materials […]

    Free

  • Sunset Yoga

    Rockefeller Park

    Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. All levels are welcome. Bring your own mat.

    Free

  • Staffan Scheja Plays Stenhammar, Schumann, and Brahms

    Museum of Jewish Heritage

    Staffan Scheja, acclaimed Swedish pianist, will perform a special concert at the Museum of Jewish Heritage. His program includes two fantasies from op. 11 (B minor/E minor) by Wilhelm Stenhammar, Fantasy op.17 by Robert Schumann, and Handel-variations op. 24 by Johannes Brahms.

    $10

  • Pick Up Pickleball

    Each Thursday the net at Esplanade Plaza will be lowered to allow for pickleball games, on a first come first serve basis.

    Free

  • Out Loud: Queer Stories Through a Jewish Lens

    Museum of Jewish Heritage

    This disarming and charming show not only celebrates the beauty of the LGBTQIA+ community through true stories but also explores the power of love and the journey of finding one’s place in the world.

    $36

  • Upcoming Event: Hudson Eats Piano Bar at Brookfield Place

    Brookfield Place

    Event Name: Hudson Eats Piano Bar Event Date & Hours: Thursdays, April 27th – May 25, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Location: Hudson Eats, 2nd Level of Brookfield Place Participation: FREE and Open to the Public – No Tickets Needed We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a piano bar every Thursday! Gather your colleagues for an after-work […]

    Free

  • Brookfield Place’s Hudson Eats Jazz

    Brookfield Place

    We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a jazz club from 5:00 to 8:00 PM every Thursday from June 1 to July 27! Gather your colleagues for an after-work drink or make Brookfield Place your evening destination with friends. From straight-ahead to bebop, enjoy some of NYC’s best jazz musicians and happy hour specials at this quintessential […]

    Free

  • Brookfield Place’s Hudson Eats Jazz

    Brookfield Place

    We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a jazz club from 5:00 to 8:00 PM every Thursday from June 1 to July 27! Gather your colleagues for an after-work drink or make Brookfield Place your evening destination with friends. From straight-ahead to bebop, enjoy some of NYC’s best jazz musicians and happy hour specials at this quintessential […]

    Free

  • China Institute Calligraphy Meetup

    Come to China Institute to learn, explore, and practice calligraphy, an ancient art that cultivates appreciation of art and culture, language learning, and self-wellness in general. A unique way of writing that incorporates brushwork, composition, and balance to create an expressive piece of artwork, Chinese calligraphy has been widely considered as the finest form of […]

    Free

  • NY | At the Movies: Fancy Dance

    Following her sister's disappearance, Jax, a Native American hustler (Lily Gladstone) kidnaps her niece Roki (Isabel Deroy-Olson) from the child's white grandparents and sets out for the state powwow in hopes of keeping what is left of their family intact. The pair hit the road and scour the backcountry to track down Roki’s mother. What […]

    Free

  • Pride Dance Night

    Pier 17

    Enjoy live music from DJ Whitney Day and DJ Dawson, and performances by host, Jasmine Rice LaBeija, with a side of riverfront views.

    Free