The Golden Thread: New Adventures in Textile Art by Christian Viveros-Fauné
Fiber art exhibition with multiple artists.
Events
200 events found.
Events
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Smorgasburg
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy […]
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Downtown Beats Chorus
Directed by Church Street School of Music, the Downtown Beats adult chorus is open to all who love to sing! Learn contemporary and classic songs and perform at community events […]
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Dance Gavin Dance
Dance Gavin Dance presents the Return Of The Robot Tour with special guests The Home Team, Belmont, and Dwellings.
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Next Stop, NYC! Subway
How do you get around New York City? Together we’ll explore our subway system through a read-aloud of Christoph Niemann’s picture book, Subway. Then kids will create their own subway […]
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BPC Farmers Market
Built by independent farms and food businesses, Down to Earth Markets provides delicious locally sourced seasonal food which supports a strong regional food system ensuring the health of our community […]
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Pick Up Pickleball
The net at Esplanade Plaza will be lowered to allow for pickleball games, on a first come first serve basis.
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Pipes at One: Alex Leonardi
Currently the organ scholar at Trinity Church, Alex Leonardi is a master’s student at The Juilliard School. They received a bachelor’s degree in organ performance from the Curtis Institute of […]
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Drop-In Chess
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.
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Mayday Parade
Mayday Parade returns to The Rooftop at Pier 17 with special guests Microwave, Grayscale and Like Roses.
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Figure al Fresco
This BPC park offers a unique setting to observe and sketch the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. An artist/ […]
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Bach at One
Trinity Choir and Trinity Baroque Orchestra, led by organist Avi Stein, perform Bach’s beautiful Ich hab in Gottes Herz und Sinn (Cantata 92), a sacred work that references the soul’s […]
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Elements of Nature Drawing
Join our community of artists of all skill levels as we are inspired by our surroundings to create with drawing materials, pastels and watercolors. Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled […]
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Sunset Yoga
Immerse yourself in this meditative practice- surrounded by the Hudson’s peaceful aura. Strengthen the body and cultivate awareness in a relaxed environment as your instructor guides you through alignments and […]
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Pick Up Pickleball
The net at Esplanade Plaza will be lowered to allow for pickleball games, on a first come first serve basis.
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Fiber Art Crafts Studio
Join this group of fiber art crafters for a fun afternoon of creativity and camaraderie. Bring your projects, which can include—but are not limited to—knitting, crocheting, embroidery and small-loom weaving.
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Broad Street Brawl
Uprising Promotions in association with HIIT The Deck Boxing Gym are bringing the heat to Broad Street on May 29 for a night of raw, relentless amateur boxing- all to […]
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Trivia Aboard a Tall Ship
Come aboard the 1885 tall ship Wavertree to enjoy a delightful evening of New York City trivia with the Seaport Museum and the Guides Association of New York City (GANYC). […]
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Casino People
The indie vibes, pop hooks, melodies, and lyrics of the Casino People spread positivity and good time vibes with genuine, heartfelt tunes.
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Films at the Museum: “50 Children: The Rescue Mission of Mr. & Mrs. Kraus”
In the spring of 1939, a Jewish couple from Philadelphia traveled into the heart of Nazi Germany to carry out a daring mission – rescuing Jewish children from the oncoming […]
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JET
JET is bringing their North America Tour to The Rooftop at Pier 17 with special guest Band Of Skulls.
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Smorgasburg
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy […]
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Downtown Beats Chorus
Directed by Church Street School of Music, the Downtown Beats adult chorus is open to all who love to sing! Learn contemporary and classic songs and perform at community events […]
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Maiya Blaney
Maiya Blaney is a New York based, New Jersey born singer, songwriter, and producer. Her unique sound- highly influenced by both 90s grunge and UK electronic music alike- spans radioactive […]
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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 […]
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Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals
Musical performance.
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Drawing in the Park
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 […]
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JC Maillard
JC Maillard, the creative mind behind the renowned project Grand Baton—famous for its collaboration with Lisa Fischer—continues to chart bold new musical territory with his latest venture: Caribbean Bluegrass. Born […]
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Life in Poetry, Painting, and Gardens: The Art of Chen Congzhou
Special lecture on Professor Chen Congzhou (1918–2000), widely regarded as the father of modern Chinese Landscape Architecture and Art. A scholar of rare breadth, Chen was not only a pioneering […]
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Sea Chanteys and Maritime Music
Singers of all levels, as well as listeners, are welcome to join in the choruses throughout the free Chantey Sing, lead or request a song in the round-robin, or just […]
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Spring Birdwatching
For beginners, hobbyists, and lifelong birders alike. Together, we will explore the parks of BPC, and see what makes this spot a hang-out for urban birds and marvelous migrators! Binoculars […]
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Jazz at One: Andromeda Turre
Hear award-winning vocalist and composer Andromeda Turre, whose work seamlessly blends the rich traditions of jazz with bold contemporary narratives. The daughter of trombonist Steve Turre and cellist Akua Dixon, […]
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27th Poetry Walk Across the Brooklyn Bridge
Gabrielle Calvocoressi, Rita Dove, Patricia Spears Jones, Adrian Matejka, and Brenda Shaughnessy will lead the 27th Poetry Walk across the Brooklyn Bridge, ending in a feast of poetry and fine […]
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SiR
The Step Into the Light tour.
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Pipes at One: Emily Dawn Amos
Emily Dawn Amos is a prize-winning organist and recent graduate of the Curtis Institute of Music. She began studying organ at age eight. By age nine, she became the youngest […]
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Drop-In Chess
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.
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Best of All Worlds
Launch of Kenneth Oppel's instant YA classic: Best of All Worlds. Kenneth (the Silverwings Trilogy) will be joined in conversation by the brilliant David Levithan (Two Boys Kissing; Every Day) […]
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Ceylon Sapphires
Book reading and signing by Mailan Doquang, author of Ceylon Sapphires.
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The Great Miscalculation: The Race to Save New York City’s Citicorp Tower
Thirty years ago a New Yorker article, “The Fifty-Nine-Story Crisis,” recounted the little-known drama of the threatened collapse of a Manhattan skyscraper. In a new book, The Great Miscalculation: The […]
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Preservation of Record
Authors Lee Hawkins (I Am Nobody’s Slave) and Maud Newton (Ancestor Trouble) explore the complexities of family history and the intergenerational legacies we carry. In conversation, they discuss race, inheritance, […]
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The Kooks
The All Over the World tour.
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Figure al Fresco
This BPC park offers a unique setting to observe and sketch the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. An artist/ […]
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Bach at One
This afternoon, hear Musikalische Exequien, op. 7, by the great German composer Heinrich Schütz, a funeral piece that parallels the traditional Latin Requiem in expressing mortality, comfort, and hope. This […]
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Downtown Beats Chorus
Directed by Church Street School of Music, the Downtown Beats adult chorus is open to all who love to sing! Learn contemporary and classic songs and perform at community events […]
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Elements of Nature Drawing
Join our community of artists of all skill levels as we are inspired by our surroundings to create with drawing materials, pastels and watercolors. Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled […]
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Battery Dance: The Frozen Zone
Battery Dance, a lower Manhattan–based dance company, held a public dance festival at the World Trade Center Plaza every year between 1982 and 2001. Just two weeks after the 9/11 […]
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A Song for Katy Shayne
Book reading and signing by Jim Fusilli, author of A Song for Katy Shayne.
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Sunset Yoga
Immerse yourself in this meditative practice- surrounded by the Hudson’s peaceful aura. Strengthen the body and cultivate awareness in a relaxed environment as your instructor guides you through alignments and […]
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The Image
Downtown Voices and NOVUS present an evening of powerful, thought-provoking music with the world premiere of Stephen Main’s The Image and Jessie Montgomery’s Divided. Composed for solo cello and orchestra, […]
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Mah Jongg Lessons
Learn the rules and mechanics of American Mah-Jongg. Join a two hour group lesson with instructor Susan Richards. Sets and a few cards provided, but you are encouraged to bring […]
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Fiber Art Crafts Studio
Join this group of fiber art crafters for a fun afternoon of creativity and camaraderie. Bring your projects, which can include—but are not limited to—knitting, crocheting, embroidery and small-loom weaving.
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Pickleball Clinic
Learn the basic rules, strokes, and strategy at this instructor-led clinic followed by open play. Equipment is provided or bring your own. All skill levels are welcome. Registration required, please […]
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Martial Arts Clinic
Join coaches from Martial Arts Family Studio for a taekwondo demonstration and learn the fundamentals at a skills clinic. Close-toed shoes required. Registration recommended, please email [email protected].
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Tiny Concerts: Heinrich Schütz
Trinity ChurchHear a 45-minute program of early music in the small, English Gothic–style sanctuary tucked off Trinity’s nave. Trinity Choir and organist Avi Stein perform Musikalische Exequien, op. 7, by the […]
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So Happy Together
Book reading and signing by Olivia Worley, author of So Happy Together.
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Fresh Prints
This 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 […]
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Films At The Museum: “Sabbath Queen” Screening and Talkback
Screening and discussion. Sabbath Queen, a feature documentary filmed over 21 years, follows Rabbi Amichai Lau-Lavie’s epic journey as the dynastic heir of 38 generations of Orthodox rabbis including the […]
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Downtown Dystopian Film Series: The 10th Victim
A murderously groovy dystopian film featuring a future society that has evolved past wars, utilizing a televised murder show. Screenings include free popcorn and afterward discussion.
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Smorgasburg
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy […]
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Rugby Clinic
Rockefeller ParkJoin coaches from Rugby For All, Inc. for a rugby demonstration, skill and drills, and non-contact scrimmages. Registration recommended, please email [email protected]. For ages 6-14.
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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 […]
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Drawing in the Park
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 […]
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Garden Stewardship at Gotham Park
Pick up trash and tend to pollinator-friendly gardens. No experience is necessary; all ages and abilities are welcome!
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Hard Hat Area: Introduction to Construction
Ever wonder how those towering skyscrapers come to life—or where all the pieces go? Join us for a fun and educational read-aloud of Hard Hat Area by Susan L. Roth, […]
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Hudson Jams
Rhythm and grooves fill the air at this Saturday morning drumming program. Follow the lead of professional drummers as they guide you through the pulsating beats of traditional African drumming […]
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NYC Lavender Festival
Governors IslandTours, 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 […]
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House of a Thousand Flowers: Paper Flower-Making Workshop
Learn about the history of paper flower making and the symbolism and mythology surrounding flowers. Participants will learn to make unique paper flowers using punches, colored paper, watercolor paints, and […]
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Skate Mind
Mental health trainings designed for the skate community. Slow down, check in, and build tools for resilience. Come early for yoga or stay after open skate. All are welcome.
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Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix
Governors IslandWatch the world’s top athletes from 12 nations race 50-foot flying boats at over 60 mph. On Governors Island, secure a seat with great views, food, music, and a high-energy […]
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Salsa Community Dance
Join us in honoring Pride Month with Las Mariquitas, New York’s dynamic Queer and Trans Salsa band! The band will kick things off with a movement workshop on the dance […]
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Jack’s Mannequin
The MFEO tour.
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Mishpachah Festival
The Hebrew word Mishpachah means family – we invite you to join ours! This day-long Mishpachah Festival will celebrate and explore Jewish genealogy, heritage, and immigration with JewishGen, the Museum’s […]
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Print Your Own Father’s Day Card
Looking for a special Father’s Day gift? Come to Bowne & Co. to join the talented designers to create a festive card for dad using the Museum’s 19th century historical […]
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Spring Birdwatching
For beginners, hobbyists, and lifelong birders alike. Together, we will explore the parks of BPC, and see what makes this spot a hang-out for urban birds and marvelous migrators! Binoculars […]
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Jazz at One: Dave Stryker Quartet
Hear a jazz quartet led by “one of the most distinctive guitarists to come along in recent years” (The Village Voice). Dave Stryker is known for his “golden tone, urgent […]
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The Afterlife of Hilma af Klint
What happens when an artist becomes a global phenomenon? In the past decade the Swedish painter and mystic Hilma af Klint has risen to international fame. Join Jodi Hauptman and […]
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Stories Survive: “Two Sisters” Book Talk
In Two Sisters, Rosie Whitehouse recounts the harrowing journey of her mother-in-law, Marion, and aunt, Huguette, who fled Nazi-occupied France after their mother was deported to Auschwitz. Seeking refuge, the […]
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Drop-In Chess
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.
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Word Alchemy: Talk and Book Launch with Xu Bing
Hear Xu Bing discuss his groundbreaking, decades-long exploration of language, art, and meaning—one of the most influential artistic practices of the contemporary era. Xu Bing will be featured in Metamorphosis: […]
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Women Who Wowed
From pioneering professionals to groundbreaking activists and maritime leaders, this walking tour brings to light the stories of women who fought against gender and racial discrimination to leave their mark […]
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Figure al Fresco
This BPC park offers a unique setting to observe and sketch the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. An artist/ […]
Free -
Downtown Beats Chorus
Directed by Church Street School of Music, the Downtown Beats adult chorus is open to all who love to sing! Learn contemporary and classic songs and perform at community events […]
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Elements of Nature Drawing
Join our community of artists of all skill levels as we are inspired by our surroundings to create with drawing materials, pastels and watercolors. Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled […]
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Sunset Yoga
Immerse yourself in this meditative practice- surrounded by the Hudson’s peaceful aura. Strengthen the body and cultivate awareness in a relaxed environment as your instructor guides you through alignments and […]
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FENCE: Issue 42 Release Party
Join Fence editors and contributors to celebrate the Spring/Summer 2025 issue of Fence. The launch party features performances by writers and artists Darcie Dennigan, Leah Dworkin, Brandon Downing, Tracie Morris, […]
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Mah Jongg Lessons
Learn the rules and mechanics of American Mah-Jongg. Join a two hour group lesson with instructor Susan Richards. Sets and a few cards provided, but you are encouraged to bring […]
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Tour of the Battery Urban Farm
Tour of the urban vegetable farm and perennial forest farm, led by park staff.
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Fiber Art Crafts Studio
Join this group of fiber art crafters for a fun afternoon of creativity and camaraderie. Bring your projects, which can include—but are not limited to—knitting, crocheting, embroidery and small-loom weaving.
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Pickleball Clinic
Learn the basic rules, strokes, and strategy at this instructor-led clinic followed by open play. Equipment is provided or bring your own. All skill levels are welcome. Registration required, please […]
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Battery Park City Tour: The Business Core
The Business Core tour of the Museum’s three thematic walking tours of Battery Park City focuses on the commercial core with its 1980s skyscrapers of the original World Financial Center […]
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175 Years of Harper’s Magazine
Celebrate 175 years of Harper's! Writers, editors, and friends of the magazine will gather to toast the publication of this special anniversary issue and enjoy short readings by contributors to […]
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Trevor Turla
Weaving the textured sounds of his trombone and soulful voice with sincere storytelling, Trevor Turla’s sound is inspired by an amalgamation of American music, from jazz, to rock, and beyond.
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Passengers
Montréal’s acclaimed contemporary physical theater troupe The 7 Fingers pulls into PAC NYC. The passengers on this train don’t sit in silence staring at their phones – they express their […]
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Smorgasburg
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy […]
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Flag Day Parade
Flag Day commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States on June 14, 1777 by resolution of the Second Continental Congress. While not a federal holiday, this special […]
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Music and Maritime: An After-Hours Experience
Enhance your visit to the 1885 tall ship Wavertree with live music after-hours. Stop by anytime between 5pm and 7pm for a free self-guided exploration of the historical ship while […]
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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 […]
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Drawing in the Park
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 […]
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Garden Stewardship at Gotham Park
Pick up trash and tend to pollinator-friendly gardens. No experience is necessary; all ages and abilities are welcome!
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The Glass Pyramid: A Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I. M. Pei
In 1981, American architect I. M. Pei was asked by the French president to redesign parts of the famous Louvre Museum in Paris, home to the Mona Lisa and now […]
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Jazz Age Lawn Party
Governors IslandBreak out your best flapper dresses, linen jackets, straw hats and spats, and 100-year-old Gatsby-inspired attire! The Jazz Age Lawn Party on Governors Island features live music, retro cocktails, and […]
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House of a Thousand Flowers: Paper Flower-Making Workshop
Learn about the history of paper flower making and the symbolism and mythology surrounding flowers. Participants will learn to make unique paper flowers using punches, colored paper, watercolor paints, and […]
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Skate Mind
Mental health trainings designed for the skate community. Slow down, check in, and build tools for resilience. Come early for yoga or stay after open skate. All are welcome.
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Juneteenth
Rockefeller ParkCelebrate Juneteenth, Emancipation Day, with the Federation of Black Cowboys. Enjoy stories about freedom, African American history, with artmaking, live music, sing-alongs, and horseback rides (ages 3 and up).
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Queer Poetry Picnic
There will be moments to write poetry, recite poetry, and enjoy the summer with new friends. The afternoon will begin upstairs in the library; we’ll discover fragments of queer verse […]
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Reggae Fest Blaze
Outdoor concert.
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Vinyasa on a Vessel
Anyone ages 12 and up is invited to start your Sunday with a mindful and invigorating 60-minute practice that is both accessible and challenging for all skill levels. Each session […]
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Spring Birdwatching
For beginners, hobbyists, and lifelong birders alike. Together, we will explore the parks of BPC, and see what makes this spot a hang-out for urban birds and marvelous migrators! Binoculars […]
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The Möbius Book
Author Catherine Lacey presents The Möbius Book in conversation with Leslie Jamison. Named a Most Anticipated Book of 2025 by Vulture and LitHub
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Women Who Wowed
From pioneering professionals to groundbreaking activists and maritime leaders, this walking tour brings to light the stories of women who fought against gender and racial discrimination to leave their mark […]
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“Paris Undercover” Book Talk
Two women in Nazi-occupied Paris created a daring escape line that rescued dozens of Allied servicemen. With one still in a German prison camp, the other wrote a book about […]
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Drop-In Chess
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.
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How Tariffs, Geopolitics, and Monetary Policy Are Reshaping Global Trade
Conversation with renowned economist Paul Sheard, author of The Power of Money: How Governments and Banks Create Money and Help Us All Prosper.
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Figure al Fresco
This BPC park offers a unique setting to observe and sketch the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. An artist/ […]
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Downtown Beats Chorus
Directed by Church Street School of Music, the Downtown Beats adult chorus is open to all who love to sing! Learn contemporary and classic songs and perform at community events […]
Free -
Elements of Nature Drawing
Join our community of artists of all skill levels as we are inspired by our surroundings to create with drawing materials, pastels and watercolors. Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled […]
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Sunset Yoga
Immerse yourself in this meditative practice- surrounded by the Hudson’s peaceful aura. Strengthen the body and cultivate awareness in a relaxed environment as your instructor guides you through alignments and […]
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A Staging of “A Siren’s Prayer”
Special live staging of A Siren’s Prayer—a bold musical that blends live vocals, instrumentals, and movement to tell a story of ancient power and modern pain. A Siren’s Prayer follows […]
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Sinister Secrets of the Seaport Walking Tour
90-minute walking tour that will take you on a winding journey that unravels the darker past of the South Street Seaport Historic District and Lower Manhattan.
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Smorgasburg
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy […]
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Battery Park City Tour: The Business Core
The Business Core tour of the Museum’s three thematic walking tours of Battery Park City focuses on the commercial core with its 1980s skyscrapers of the original World Financial Center […]
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So Surreal: Behind the Masks
Watch a feature documentary that traces the storied journey of Indigenous masks from the far reaches of Turtle Island (North America) into the hands of European Surrealists, influencing the work […]
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Mafalda’s Hijinks
Álvaro Enrigue and Rivka Galchen introduce South America's greatest comic. Frank Wynne's translation from the Spanish of Mafalda will bring readers into the life and mind of a six-year-old girl […]
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Drawing in the Park
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 […]
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Garden Stewardship at Gotham Park
Pick up trash and tend to pollinator-friendly gardens. No experience is necessary; all ages and abilities are welcome!
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Garden Workshop: Flower Arrangements
Create a floral design to enjoy at home or give away as a gift, using early summer flowers and foliage from our perennial gardens.
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Concrete Works for the Concrete Jungle
Returning to the Museum for another Family Program, the violin duo Miolina have designed a program to fit our new exhibition theme: “Concrete Works for the Concrete Jungle.” This special […]
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Porch Stomp
Governors IslandPorch 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 […]
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House of a Thousand Flowers: Paper Flower-Making Workshop
Learn about the history of paper flower making and the symbolism and mythology surrounding flowers. Participants will learn to make unique paper flowers using punches, colored paper, watercolor paints, and […]
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Skate Mind
Mental health trainings designed for the skate community. Slow down, check in, and build tools for resilience. Come early for yoga or stay after open skate. All are welcome.
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Go Skate Day
Ride at the Brooklyn Banks, meet fellow skaters, and enjoy a day full of energy, music, and good vibes. All ages and skill levels are welcome!
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BRESH
Outdoor concert.
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The Great Nosh
Governors IslandThe Great Nosh is the ultimate summer picnic, packed with NYC’s best restaurants, exclusive chef collabs, immersive art, unexpected Jew-ish cultural connections, and sunshine. Also featuring pop-up wine bar from […]
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“A Calculated Restraint: What Allied Leaders Said About the Holocaust” Book Talk
The Allied leaders rarely spoke directly about the Holocaust in public. When Churchill and Stalin alluded to Nazi mass murder of civilians in early speeches, they said much less than […]
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The Battle of Bunker Hill
Join Sons of the Revolution in the State of New York, Inc. to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill with a lecture by Dr. Samuel A. […]
$10 -
Drop-In Chess
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.
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Figure al Fresco
This BPC park offers a unique setting to observe and sketch the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. An artist/ […]
Free -
Downtown Beats Chorus
Directed by Church Street School of Music, the Downtown Beats adult chorus is open to all who love to sing! Learn contemporary and classic songs and perform at community events […]
Free -
Elements of Nature Drawing
Join our community of artists of all skill levels as we are inspired by our surroundings to create with drawing materials, pastels and watercolors. Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled […]
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The House on Buzzards Bay
Book reading and signing by Dwyer Murphy, author of The House on Buzzards Bay.
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Sunset Yoga
Immerse yourself in this meditative practice- surrounded by the Hudson’s peaceful aura. Strengthen the body and cultivate awareness in a relaxed environment as your instructor guides you through alignments and […]
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James Arthur
The Pisces World tour.
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Mah Jongg Lessons
Learn the rules and mechanics of American Mah-Jongg. Join a two hour group lesson with instructor Susan Richards. Sets and a few cards provided, but you are encouraged to bring […]
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Fiber Art Crafts Studio
Join this group of fiber art crafters for a fun afternoon of creativity and camaraderie. Bring your projects, which can include—but are not limited to—knitting, crocheting, embroidery and small-loom weaving.
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Pickleball Clinic
Learn the basic rules, strokes, and strategy at this instructor-led clinic followed by open play. Equipment is provided or bring your own. All skill levels are welcome. Registration required, please […]
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Summer Thursdays: Games and Crafts
Grab a drink, make some DIY crafts, and learn how to play mah jongg, bridge, and backgammon, all while enjoying incredible views of New York Harbor.
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Tour of the Battery Urban Farm
Tour of the urban vegetable farm and perennial forest farm, led by park staff.
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Smorgasburg
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy […]
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Wall Street Transformations through Time — Walking Tour
As the U.S. approaches its 250th birthday of the Declaration of Independence, we will walk Wall Street to recall its colonial history, recap its role as the banking center of […]
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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 […]
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Drawing in the Park
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 […]
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Garden Stewardship at Gotham Park
Pick up trash and tend to pollinator-friendly gardens. No experience is necessary; all ages and abilities are welcome!
Free -
Pride! + Architecture
Pride is a celebration in New York City and around the world! Join us to learn about the importance of inclusion as we look at places in the city that […]
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Skate Mind
Mental health trainings designed for the skate community. Slow down, check in, and build tools for resilience. Come early for yoga or stay after open skate. All are welcome.
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Sinister Secrets of the Seaport Walking Tour
90-minute walking tour that will take you on a winding journey that unravels the darker past of the South Street Seaport Historic District and Lower Manhattan.
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Pride with JT, TiaCorine & Mike Q
Outdoor concert.
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The Unity tour, with special guests Badflower.
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Let Liberty Rise!
Kick off the Fourth of July week with a celebration of one of America’s most iconic symbols! We’ll read Let Liberty Rise! by Chana Stiefel, the inspiring true story of […]
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Mah Jongg & More
Join a dedicated group of adult American Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly and informal games, or try your hand at other card and board games.
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Drop-In Chess
Rockefeller ParkPlay 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.
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Tour of the Battery Urban Farm
Tour of the urban vegetable farm and perennial forest farm, led by park staff.
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Stretch Sesh
Rockefeller ParkTake part in a full-body stretch routine designed to improve range of motion, maintain flexibility, promote better posture, reduce joint pain, and decrease the risk of injury.
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Figure al Fresco
This BPC park offers a unique setting to observe and sketch the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. An artist/ […]
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Downtown Beats Chorus
Directed by Church Street School of Music, the Downtown Beats adult chorus is open to all who love to sing! Learn contemporary and classic songs and perform at community events […]
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Elements of Nature Drawing
Join our community of artists of all skill levels as we are inspired by our surroundings to create with drawing materials, pastels and watercolors. Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled […]
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Sunset Yoga
Immerse yourself in this meditative practice- surrounded by the Hudson’s peaceful aura. Strengthen the body and cultivate awareness in a relaxed environment as your instructor guides you through alignments and […]
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New Visions of Old New York
New Visions of Old New York features an interactive 3-D map from the New Amsterdam History Center’s Mapping Early New York project alongside 17th-century records from the New York City […]
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400 Years of NYC Government Records, 1636-2025
The NYC Department of Records and Information Services presents a full day of programming at the historic Hall of Records. See a pop-up exhibit of rarely seen records highlighting 400 […]
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The Forty Years Manhattan was Dutch Walking Tour
Beginning in 1624, the Dutch West India Company transformed an edge of Manhattan wilderness into the colonial trading post of New Amsterdam. They controlled Manhattan for only 40 years, until […]
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Jewish Colonial Walking Tour
The first Jewish immigrants to Manhattan arrived in 1654, during Dutch colonial times. The small group of 23 men, women, & children were allowed to stay, but with considerable restrictions. […]
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Fiber Art Crafts Studio
Join this group of fiber art crafters for a fun afternoon of creativity and camaraderie. Bring your projects, which can include—but are not limited to—knitting, crocheting, embroidery and small-loom weaving.
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1600’s Symposium: The Beginning of the City
Hybrid symposium about Nieuw Amsterdam. Speakers include author Eric Sanderson (Landscape Ecologist & Vice President for Urban Conservation Strategy, New York Botanical Garden), Dutch historian Jaap Jacobs, Zachary Edinger (Shamash/Assistant […]
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Fresh Prints
This 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 […]
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Annual Independence Day Parade
The celebration of Independence Day has been a long standing tradition in Lower Manhattan from the very first days of the Revolution, and especially following the British military's evacuation in […]
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Alexander Hamilton in the Financial District Walking Tour
Alexander Hamilton immigrated to British Colonial New York as a young, orphaned nobody, but quickly rose to be an influential player in the Revolutionary War and the founding of the […]
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Smorgasburg
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy […]
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Liss and the Culper Spy Ring
Walking tour. Experience the story of a new founding figure for America named Liss - and see New York City in a whole new way. You'll learn about the life […]
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Independence Day Open House
Celebrate Independence Day at Fraunces Tavern Museum with $1 admission all day long. Starting at 1:30pm, you can also attend an afternoon of talks, featuring the It Happened Here 1700s […]
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