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 much more.
Free
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In the Founders’ Footsteps: Landmarks of the American Revolution
In this lecture, Adam Van Doren explores well-known and lesser-known historic sites in the 13 original North American colonies, accompanied by his paintings.
$5
Maya Deren: Choreographed for Camera
Drama and myth frame the life and death of Maya Deren. Born in Kiev in 1917, at the start of the Russian Revolution, she died forty-four years later in New York City. In her brief life, she established herself as a pioneering experimental filmmaker, prolific writer, accomplished photographer, and crusader for a personal and poetic […]
“The Disappearance of Josef Mengele” Book Talk
Museum of Jewish HeritageFor three decades Josef Mengele, the doctor who performed horrific experiments on Auschwitz prisoners, floated through South America until the day he collapsed in the Brazilian surf in 1979. In his new novel, The Disappearance of Josef Mengele, Olivier Guez traces Mengele’s travels during those years in hiding, as he kept two steps ahead of […]
$10
Crew and Cargo
South Street Seaport MuseumLooking for a unique family experience while schools are closed for Veterans Day? Bring your family and friends on board the 1885 tall ship Wavertree to participate in hands-on activities that explore the fascinating world of trans-Atlantic sailors from the time of European explorers through today. These dynamic activities invite kids ages 5–12 to haul […]
Free
Curator’s Tour of RESIDENTIAL RISING
Skyscraper MuseumGallery tour by museum director Carol Willis of RESIDENTIAL RISING: Lower Manhattan since 9/11, which focuses on Downtown’s doubled population and transformed skyline over the past twenty years. Curator’s tours are FREE, but you must book a timed ticket at 3pm.
Free
Strong Structures: How Do Buildings Get So Tall?
Skyscraper MuseumHow do supertall structures stand up to wind, rain, and even earthquakes? They’re also super strong! Architects spend years designing buildings that look beautiful and stand up to the elements. Together, we’ll learn about how skyscrapers are built to be stronger than the weather, then students will take on the role of an architect and […]
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 death in Manhattan.
$34
George Washington’s New York Walking Tour
Visit the New York City that George Washington would have known from 1776 to 1790! This new walking tour explores the people and places of NYC during the Revolutionary War and Washington’s first term as president, including the important contributions of women and African Americans. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Ticket purchase for this […]
$30
Rakuten’s “Sleigh Your Shopping”: The Holiday Pop-Up that Pays You to Shop
Rakuten, the leading shopping destination that offers Cash Back and rewards, has announced its first-ever in-person immersive shopping pop-up experience: Rakuten’s “Sleigh Your Shopping,” the holiday pop-up that pays you to shop. Located in New York City’s Noho neighborhood at 666 Broadway, the two-day pop-up will run from Saturday, Nov. 12 to Sunday, Nov. 13, […]
Free
Anthems
Trinity ChurchWorks by Undine Smith Moore and David Hurd; David Lang national anthems. Downtown Voices; NOVUS NY String Quartet; David Hurd, organ; Stephen Sands, conductor.
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 much more.
Free
Nature Writing
Weekly walk & writing session led by Author and Poet Jon Curley. Taking inspiration from the unique landscape of Battery Park City, participants will be encouraged to consider the environment and learn to use observations in nature as a way to enhance their writing styles in any preferred mode.
Free