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 […]
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Events
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Virtual Walking Tour: Berlin’s Early Jewish Community
Berlin’s city center was once home to a thriving Jewish community. Join this livestreamed, virtual walking tour and learn about the variety of characters who made up that community, from […]
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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 […]
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Unfriendly to Liberty: Loyalist Networks and the Coming of the American Revolution in New York City
Lecture. In this lecture, Christopher Minty focuses on the origins of the American Revolution in New York City from the perspective of those who became loyalists. It argues that longstanding […]
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Seaport Cinema: Air Bud
Pier 17Air 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.
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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.
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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 […]
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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!
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Senior Drop In and Mah Jongg
Join seniors from the greater BPC area for conversation, local news, and informal card and board games.
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