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  • LMCC Workspace Open Studios

    Open Studios offers a glimpse into the creative process and artistic development of LMCC’s Workspace artists-in-residence. Members of the public are invited into the studios of 11 multidisciplinary artists to […]

    Free
  • Sinister Secrets of the Seaport Walking Tour

    Winding journey that unravels the darker past of the South Street Seaport Historic District and Lower Manhattan. This entertaining tour tells the scandalous, dubious, and sinister tales lurking in the […]

    $40
  • Queer Joy Poetry Picnic

    Rockefeller Park

    Come-as-you-are poetry writing meetup that is free and open to all ages. There will be moments to write poetry, recite poetry, and enjoy the summer sun with new friends. Don’t […]

    Free
  • Love for New York’s Waterways: Stories from the Stoop

    Inspired by the often overlooked experiences of African-American maritime workers - Love for NY’s Waterways: Stories from the Stoop is a Moth-style storytelling and open mic event that celebrates the […]

    Free
  • Cyanotype Workshop

    Governors Island

    This work­shop series will teach basic cyan­otype print­ing on paper and fab­ric, fea­tur­ing plants and nat­ur­al pig­ments cul­ti­vat­ed at Earth Mat­ter Soil Start Farms’ Her­itage Beds.

    Free
  • Spirit of Triumph

    Discover history like never before as the Spirit of Triumph uses Virtual Reality (VR) technology to offer a firsthand perspective of Auschwitz. Participants will be able to explore the haunting […]

    $36
  • “The Art of Diplomacy” Book Talk

    In The Art of Diplomacy: How American Negotiators Reached Historic Agreements that Changed the World, diplomat and negotiator Stuart E. Eizenstat recounts America’s most significant and consequential negotiations over the […]

    $10
  • South Cove Song

    South Cove

    South Cove Song is a site-specific music performance, featuring a brass ensemble, centered on the past(s), present(s), and future(s) of Lower Manhattan. The human interaction with the natural landscape and […]

    Free
  • Spring Birdwatching

    What birds live in your backyard? Join us this spring migration season to find out! This series of birdwatching outings is fun for beginners, hobbyists, and lifelong birders alike. Together, […]

    Free
  • Playscape Performs

    Family-oriented shows at the ShowBox, the first improv theater in a New York City playground. Show is repeated at 12:30pm.

    Free
  • Creative Writing

    Walk & writing session led by poet Jon Curley. Participants will be encouraged to use observations as a way to enhance their writing styles in any preferred mode. Registration required, […]

    Free
  • Sunset Yoga in the Labyrinth

    Join certified yoga instructor Mary Barnes for a guided practice in the beautiful and peaceful Battery Labyrinth. Registration is required

    Free
  • Greenmarket at the Oculus

    North Oculus Plaza, WTC

    Shop for fruits and vegetables, baked goods, and dairy products from New York family farmers at the Grow NYC Greenmarket at the Oculus. Reopening for the season in June 2024. […]

  • 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. RSVP is required.

    Free
  • Young Sprouts Gardening

    Rockefeller Park

    A wonderful opportunity for little gardeners and their accompanying adults to get a bug’s-eye-view of the world! Join us as we read stories about the life within our garden beds […]

    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
  • BPC Book Club

    Drop by the Community Room for a discussion of well-regarded contemporary works. Each session will feature questions and talking points to help readers further connect to the story. Today's book […]

    Free
  • Mah Jongg & More

    Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other 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
  • River to River: whale fall abyss

    Immersive theatrical experience that will take the audience throughout the 1885 tall ship Wavertree and into the depths of maritime history.

    Free
  • Wellness Wednesdays

    North Oculus Plaza, WTC

    In partnership with Sputnik Yoga, we will host a range of fitness and wellness classes at the World Trade Center on select Wednesdays. Launching in May to support Mental Health […]

    Free
  • James Shapiro in conversation with Ayad Akhtar

    Join scholar James Shapiro and playwright Ayad Akhtar for a conversation on theater and democracy, art and citizenship—an interrogation of the American cultural and political landscape then and now as […]

  • Mah Jongg Lessons

    Mah-Jongg is a four-person tile game of skill, strategy, and luck! Learn the rules and mechanics of American Mah-Jongg. Join a two hour group lesson with instructor Susan Richards. Sets […]

    Free
  • Tour of The Battery Urban Farm

    Take a tour of The Battery Urban Farm to learn about how we grow produce and support local wildlife in the heart of downtown New York City.

    Free
  • Craft Studio

    Our open ‘studio’ craft sessions are a great opportunity for seniors to be creative, learn new skills, and socialize with others through group activities and individual projects.

    Free
  • Tiny Concerts

    Trinity Church

    Works by Neely Bruce, John Cage, Rashaan Allwood, Paula Matthusen, and Pamela Decker. Alcée Chriss, organ. Repeated at 7pm.

    Free
  • Art Talks: Justice Reflected

    Drop-in public art tours for all ages of Justice Reflected. Take home coloring pages designed by the artist.

    Free
  • Tremor

    Federal Hall

    This special iteration of Samita Sinha’s Tremor is performed in duet with Cecilia Vicuña. Presented in the resonant space of Federal Hall, Sinha and Vicuña infuse their vibrations and lineages […]

    Free
  • She He Me

    She He Me is the first Arab transgender play. It follows the true stories of three Arab characters who challenge gender norms. Randa is an Algerian trans woman who is […]

  • 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
  • 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 a variety of eats and treats from over 20 local vendors.

  • BPC South Neighborhood Walking Tour 1

    This tour explores Battery Park City’s southern district, which is home to the Skyscraper Museum and includes some of BPC’s earliest landscapes and infrastructure, as well as the residential enclaves […]

    Free
  • Battery Park City Walking Tours

    Learn about Green Guidelines, BPC’s pioneering role in LEED Certification, public-private partnerships in urban development, and opening the Manhattan waterfront to public access and recreation.

    Free
  • Swedish Midsummer Festival

    Rockefeller Park

    Enjoy this annual celebration of the summer solstice. Join in lively dance around the Midsummer pole. Make floral wreaths, enjoy a parade, children’s games, and Swedish delicacies. Traditional music by […]

    Free
  • The Survival

    Achan, feeling pressure from her mother for not yet being married at 27, falls for Oyat after meeting him at a bar. Unbeknownst to Achan, Oyat is hoping she will […]

  • 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 […]

    Free
  • Party as Participation

    Celebrate LMCC’s 50th anniversary as Manhattan’s Arts Council and our legacy of fostering vibrant creative communities! Party as Participation is the final installment of Party as Performance, a series of […]

    Free
  • Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix

    Governors Island

    Sailing’s best ath­letes will com­pete on iden­ti­cal 50-foot fly­ing cata­ma­rans, fly­ing over New York Har­bor at 60+ mph right in front of the Sail­GP Race Sta­di­um. Before and after rac­ing, […]

    Free
  • Playscape Performs

    Family-oriented shows at the ShowBox, the first improv theater in a New York City playground. Show is repeated at 12:30pm.

    Free
  • Roots and Branches: Pride Month

    Families are invited to get creative while exploring Jewish heritage and culture through engaging activities and crafts. This month we are celebrating Pride by learning about influential Queer Jews throughout […]

    $10
  • Sunset Yoga in the Labyrinth

    Join certified yoga instructor Mary Barnes for a guided practice in the beautiful and peaceful Battery Labyrinth. Registration is required

    Free
  • Lafayette: A Hero’s Return Preview Reception

    Opening preview reception, lecture, and optional dinner for upcoming special exhibition, Lafayette: A Hero’s Return, opening to the public on June 25. Marquis de Lafayette, a young, wealthy French aristocrat, […]

    $30 – $140
  • Greenmarket at the Oculus

    North Oculus Plaza, WTC

    Shop for fruits and vegetables, baked goods, and dairy products from New York family farmers at the Grow NYC Greenmarket at the Oculus. Reopening for the season in June 2024. […]

  • 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. RSVP is required.

    Free
  • Young Sprouts Gardening

    Rockefeller Park

    A wonderful opportunity for little gardeners and their accompanying adults to get a bug’s-eye-view of the world! Join us as we read stories about the life within our garden beds and then head into the Children’s Garden to water, dig, and admire the plants and flowers all around us! Together, we will observe the changing […]

    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
  • Mah Jongg & More

    Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other 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
  • TALL TIMBER: Upfront Carbon — The Now Narrative

    A decade ago, concerns about energy consumption in the building sector focused on operational carbon – particularly, emissions associated with heating and cooling. Today, though, the discussion has shifted in […]

    Free
  • Figure Al Fresco

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

    Free
  • Virtual Walking Tour: Celebrating Heritage and Tradition at the Krakow Jewish Culture Festival

    Immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of Krakow’s Jewish community during the renowned Jewish Culture Festival. On this livestreamed, virtual walking tour, we will explore the vibrant Kazimierz district, the heart of the city’s Jewish community and the festival’s venue. Our guide will show us the beauty of historic synagogues including the Remuh […]

    $25
  • 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 […]

    Free
  • Wellness Wednesdays

    North Oculus Plaza, WTC

    In partnership with Sputnik Yoga, we will host a range of fitness and wellness classes at the World Trade Center on select Wednesdays. Launching in May to support Mental Health […]

    Free
  • Sunset Yoga

    Namaste! Unwind from the day with outdoor 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 poses. All levels are welcome. Bringing your own mat is encouraged, as provided accessories are first come […]

    Free
  • Jewish Poetry with Joy Ladin and Jessica Jacobs

    Author, essayist, poet, and literary scholar Joy Ladin will be joined by poet and Yetzirah founder Jessica Jacobs for a conversation about Jewish poetry. Sharing poems from their recent and […]

    $10
  • Mah Jongg Lessons

    Mah-Jongg is a four-person tile game of skill, strategy, and luck! 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 your own card. Registration required.

    Free
  • BPC Community Field Day

    School’s out for the summer! Celebrate at Community Field Day in Rockefeller Park. Families are invited to join us for the ultimate obstacle course crush! ​Pack a picnic lunch and […]

    Free
  • Nature Walk

    Governors Island

    Guid­ed tour to dis­cov­er and con­nect with the wildlife that calls this place home. Led by the Gov­er­nors Island Nature pro­gram along with CCNY Insect Ecol­o­gy Pro­fes­sor Amy Berkov, these month­ly tours will take par­tic­i­pants on a jour­ney through the young urban for­est of Ham­mock Grove and the immer­sive spaces at Out­look Hill and Dis­cov­ery […]

    Free
  • Tour of The Battery Urban Farm

    Take a tour of The Battery Urban Farm to learn about how we grow produce and support local wildlife in the heart of downtown New York City.

    Free
  • Craft Studio

    Our open ‘studio’ craft sessions are a great opportunity for seniors to be creative, learn new skills, and socialize with others through group activities and individual projects.

    Free
  • Formative Films: The 400 Blows

    The formative film series highlights heartfelt and nostalgic coming of age stories. Free popcorn will be served, and a discussion will follow the screening. In 400 Blows (1959, François Truffaut), […]

    Free
  • “Dear Fredy” Film Screening

    When the Nazis passed the Nuremberg Laws in 1935, Fredy Hirsch was a nineteen-year-old German Jew – and openly gay. He was deported to the Theresienstadt Ghetto and later Auschwitz. […]

    $10
  • 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 a lot of fun. Participants are encouraged to bring their own equipment: weights, water bottle, hand towel etc. Proof of vaccination required.

    Free
  • 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 a variety of eats and treats from over 20 local vendors.

  • Lafayette: Music for the Marquis

    Join Anne and Ridley Enslow for Lafayette: Music for the Marquis, a musical presentation about the Marquis de Lafayette! This show covers Lafayette’s storied life before, during, and after the […]

    $20
  • 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
  • NYCRuns Firecracker 10K

    Governors Island

    Run­ners will get to take a whirl­wind tour of Gov­er­nors Island, com­plete with amaz­ing views. Gov­er­nors Island was instru­men­tal in Amer­i­can Inde­pen­dence, serv­ing as look­out in the New York Har­bor to keep Man­hat­tan safe. You can see it’s his­to­ry as you run NYCRUN­S’s course, pass­ing old mil­i­tary out­posts, bunkers, and even a cas­tle! Race entry […]

  • 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 […]

    Free
  • History and Horticulture Walk

    Join guides from The Battery Conservancy for an extended walk through the park, with a focus on the history of the area and its current horticultural landscape. RSVP is required.

    Free
  • Playscape Performs

    Family-oriented shows at the ShowBox, the first improv theater in a New York City playground. Show is repeated at 12:30pm.

    Free
  • Seaport Cinema: Sing

    Movie screening on The Rooftop at Pier 17. Bring your own blankets and chairs to lay out on the turf.

    Free
  • Greenmarket at the Oculus

    North Oculus Plaza, WTC

    Shop for fruits and vegetables, baked goods, and dairy products from New York family farmers at the Grow NYC Greenmarket at the Oculus. Reopening for the season in June 2024. […]

  • Let Liberty Rise!

    To celebrate the nation’s birthday, kids will learn all about the Statue of Liberty through a read-aloud of Let Liberty Rise! By Chana Stiefel. Then, we’ll take a walk to […]

    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 a lot of fun. Participants are encouraged to bring their own equipment: weights, water bottle, hand towel etc. Proof of vaccination required.

    Free
  • Mah Jongg & More

    Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.

    Free
  • Kids Olympics

    Rockefeller Park

    Practice speed, teamwork, and game strategy with fun and challenging exercises and drills for all levels. Make new friends while engaging in skill-building sessions focused on balance, coordination, movement, and awareness. Closed-toe shoes required. Ages 3-5 begin at 3pm; ages 6-10 begin at 3:45pm.

    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
  • TALL TIMBER: Waugh on Wood

    Andrew Waugh is a founding director of Waugh Thistleton Architects, a British firm established in 1997 alongside Anthony Thistleton. In 2009, they completed Murray Grove, the world’s first nine-story mass […]

    Free
  • Figure Al Fresco

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

    Free
  • Svetlana & the New York Collective

    Svetlana is a NYC-based acclaimed chart-topping vocalist, composer and band leader. Svetlana’s band’s interactive performance blends swing, straight-ahead jazz, tap dancing and audience participation, forging deep connections with audiences with […]

    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 […]

    Free
  • Wellness Wednesdays

    North Oculus Plaza, WTC

    In partnership with Sputnik Yoga, we will host a range of fitness and wellness classes at the World Trade Center on select Wednesdays. Launching in May to support Mental Health […]

    Free
  • Sunset Yoga

    Namaste! Unwind from the day with outdoor 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 poses. All levels are welcome. Bringing your own mat is encouraged, as provided accessories are first come […]

    Free
  • Independence Day Open House

    Celebrate Independence Day at Fraunces Tavern Museum with $1 admission all day long

    $1
  • Beach Fest

    Kick back with friends and family in a giant sandbox on Seaport Square, enjoying bites and beverages from your favorite local eateries and food trucks. Refresh with drinks from Heineken […]

    Free
  • 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 a variety of eats and treats from over 20 local vendors.

  • Urban Farm Tour

    Governors Island

    Dis­cov­er a world of bees, com­post, and organ­ic gar­den­ing right in New York City! Join the Bee Con­ser­van­cy, Earth Mat­ter NY, and GrowNYC for a tour of the Urban Farm […]

    Free
  • Sinister Secrets of the Seaport Walking Tour

    Winding journey that unravels the darker past of the South Street Seaport Historic District and Lower Manhattan. This entertaining tour tells the scandalous, dubious, and sinister tales lurking in the […]

    $40
  • Playscape Performs

    Family-oriented shows at the ShowBox, the first improv theater in a New York City playground. Show is repeated at 12:30pm.

    Free
  • Roots and Branches

    Families are invited to get creative while exploring Jewish heritage and culture through engaging activities and crafts. This month we are celebrating Pride by learning about influential Queer Jews throughout […]

    $10
  • Sea Chanteys and Maritime Music

    Join the lively chantey experience either in-person at the Seaport Museum’s introduction galleries or virtually via Zoom, allowing you to join from anywhere. Each sing will be hosted by a […]

    Free
  • Games People Play: Let’s Dance

    Governors Island

    Art­Crawl Harlem and mixed-media artist (and 2024 artist in res­i­dence) Sal­ly Twin invite all to come dance and explore move­ment while cre­at­ing a paint­ing! Your danc­ing feet (the print­ing press) […]

    Free
  • Greenmarket at the Oculus

    North Oculus Plaza, WTC

    Shop for fruits and vegetables, baked goods, and dairy products from New York family farmers at the Grow NYC Greenmarket at the Oculus. Reopening for the season in June 2024. […]

  • 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
  • Mah Jongg & More

    Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.

    Free
  • Kids Olympics

    Rockefeller Park

    Practice speed, teamwork, and game strategy with fun and challenging exercises and drills for all levels. Make new friends while engaging in skill-building sessions focused on balance, coordination, movement, and […]

    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
  • Art Talks: Justice Reflected

    Drop-in public art tours for all ages of Justice Reflected. Take home coloring pages designed by the artist. Repeated 6:30pm-7pm.

    Free
  • Rebels with a Cause: Reimagining Boys, Ourselves, and Our Culture

    From NYU professor of developmental psychology Niobe Way, an in-depth exploration about what boys and young men teach us about themselves, us, and the toxic culture we have created; one in which we value money over people, toys over human connection, and academic achievement over kindness.

  • Hitler and the Nazis: Evil on Trial

    The Third Reich was one of the bloodiest regimes in history, but are the atrocities committed during World War II being lost to modern memory? Through the framing of the Nuremberg trials and eyewitness testimony of American journalist William L. Shirer, this six-part documentary series from filmmaker Joe Berlinger explores the shocking rise and fall […]

    $10
  • Figure al Fresco

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

    Free
  • Alphonso Horne and His Gotham Kings

    Grammy-nominated trumpeter Alphonso Horne has put together an all-star band that weaves the sound and tap dancing of New Orleans, funk, jazz and hip-hop to bring a celebratory spirit that […]

    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 […]

    Free
  • Wellness Wednesdays

    North Oculus Plaza, WTC

    In partnership with Sputnik Yoga, we will host a range of fitness and wellness classes at the World Trade Center on select Wednesdays. Launching in May to support Mental Health […]

    Free
  • Sunset Yoga

    Namaste! Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. Immerse yourself in this meditative practice- surrounded by the Hudson’s peaceful aura. Strengthen the body and cultivate awareness in a relaxed environment […]

    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 […]

    Free
  • Craft Studio

    Open ‘studio’ craft sessions for seniors.

    Free
  • BPC SBusiness Core Walking Tour

    Tour 2 of the Museum’s three thematic walking tours of Battery Park City on Thursday, July 11 at 4pm will focus on the commercial core with its 1980s skyscrapers of […]

    Free
  • Battery Park City Walking Tours

    Learn about Green Guidelines, BPC’s pioneering role in LEED Certification, public-private partnerships in urban development, and opening the Manhattan waterfront to public access and recreation.

    Free
  • From Where They Stood

    Film screening. A handful of prisoners in WWII camps risked their lives to take clandestine photographs and document the hell the Nazis were hiding from the world. In the vestiges […]

    $10
  • 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
  • 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 a variety of eats and treats from over 20 local vendors.

  • Funday Friday: Hornbooks!

    Step back in time this summer and explore our nation’s rich heritage through hands-on crafts inspired by the past. Today, delve into the history and craftsmanship of hornbooks, essential educational […]

    Free
  • Gary Indiana presents I Can Give You Anything But Love

    A beloved memoir from one of the most acclaimed radical writers in American literature—whose graphic, funny, and caustic voice has by turns haunted and influenced the literary and artistic establishments.

  • Oculus Outdoors

    World Trade Center

    Come experience Oculus Outdoors – free, outdoor movie screenings on select Friday nights and Saturday afternoons this summer. This year, we are screening two movies: family-friendly evening flicks on Friday […]

    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 […]

    Free
  • Andrea Beaty’s Iggy Peck, Architect

    Architects are artists and builders! Together, we’ll read Andrea Beaty’s classic Iggy Peck, Architect and learn about the process of design and using creative building materials to make stand-out buildings. […]

    Free
  • New York City Poetry Festival

    Governors Island

    Read­ings, work­shops, open mics, instal­la­tions, per­for­mances, writ­ing activ­i­ties, book­selling, chil­dren’s pro­gram­ming, a beer gar­den, deli­cious food, and a whole lot of lying around in the grass lis­ten­ing to poetry. By […]

    Free
  • WindShipped

    Screening of the 39-minute documentary film “WindShipped,” presented in partnership with Waterfront Alliance and Climate Film Festival. “WindShipped” tells the story of how one man's quixotic dream turned into reality. […]

    Free
  • Oculus Outdoors

    World Trade Center

    Come experience Oculus Outdoors – free, outdoor movie screenings on select Friday nights and Saturday afternoons this summer. This year, we are screening two movies: family-friendly evening flicks on Friday […]

    Free
  • 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 […]

    Free
  • Playscape Performs

    Family-oriented shows at the ShowBox, the first improv theater in a New York City playground. Show is repeated at 12:30pm.

    Free
  • Cyanotype Workshop

    Governors Island

    This work­shop series will teach basic cyan­otype print­ing on paper and fab­ric, fea­tur­ing plants and nat­ur­al pig­ments cul­ti­vat­ed at Earth Mat­ter Soil Start Farms’ Her­itage Beds.

    Free
  • Voices of Peace

    Trinity Church

    Trinity Church presents “Voices of Peace” featuring the Jerusalem Youth Chorus: young Palestinians and Israelis who use the power of words and music to foster dialogue, understanding, and empathy – […]

    Free
  • Sinister Secrets of the Seaport Walking Tour

    Winding journey that unravels the darker past of the South Street Seaport Historic District and Lower Manhattan. This entertaining tour tells the scandalous, dubious, and sinister tales lurking in the […]

    $40
  • Greenmarket at the Oculus

    North Oculus Plaza, WTC

    Shop for fruits and vegetables, baked goods, and dairy products from New York family farmers at the Grow NYC Greenmarket at the Oculus. Reopening for the season in June 2024. […]

  • 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
  • BPC Book Club

    Drop by the Community Room for a discussion of well-regarded contemporary works. Each session will feature questions and talking points to help readers further connect to the story. Today's book […]

    Free
  • Mah Jongg & More

    Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.

    Free
  • Kids Olympics

    Rockefeller Park

    Practice speed, teamwork, and game strategy with fun and challenging exercises and drills for all levels. Make new friends while engaging in skill-building sessions focused on balance, coordination, movement, and […]

    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
  • Sibling Rivalry Press: Family Reunion

    Join Sibling Rivalry Press founding publisher Bryan Borland, editor-in-chief Seth Pennington, and a spectrum of SRP-published writers from a decade of defiance that changed the face of American poetry. SRP, […]

    Free
  • The Beauty of Falling: A Life in Pursuit of Gravity

    Join author Claudia de Rham and the Academy’s Chief Scientific Officer Brooke Grindlinger as they delve into the hidden facets of gravity’s true nature—and de Rham’s new book, The Beauty […]

    $10 – $55
  • Figure Al Fresco

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

    Free
  • Christopher McBride & the Whole Proof

    Christopher McBride & the Whole Proof is a jazz experience that explores the African American landscape. Multiple genres are infused throughout the music and movement: Influences from the African diaspora, […]

    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 […]

    Free
  • Wellness Wednesdays

    North Oculus Plaza, WTC

    In partnership with Sputnik Yoga, we will host a range of fitness and wellness classes at the World Trade Center on select Wednesdays. Launching in May to support Mental Health […]

    Free
  • Sunset Yoga

    Namaste! Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. Immerse yourself in this meditative practice- surrounded by the Hudson’s peaceful aura. Strengthen the body and cultivate awareness in a relaxed environment […]

    Free
  • Art Talks: Justice Reflected

    Drop-in public art tours for all ages of Justice Reflected. Take home coloring pages designed by the artist.

    Free
  • What If the Fungi Win?

    Join author Arturo Casadevall and the Academy’s Chief Scientific Officer Brooke Grindlinger as they dive into the dual nature of fungi—beneficial allies and deadly foes——and Casadevall’s new book, What if […]

    $10 – $40
  • 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
  • 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 a variety of eats and treats from over 20 local vendors.

  • Funday Friday: Invisible Ink!

    Step back in time this summer and explore our nation’s rich heritage through hands-on crafts inspired by the past. Today, investigate the history of invisible ink during the American Revolutionary […]

    Free
  • Battery Park City Walking Tours

    Learn about Green Guidelines, BPC’s pioneering role in LEED Certification, public-private partnerships in urban development, and opening the Manhattan waterfront to public access and recreation.

    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 […]

    Free
  • 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 […]

    Free
  • Sea Chanteys for Work at Sea

    Captivating performances in a free mini-workshop that explores the rich musical tradition of sea chanteys—songs used by old-time sailors to facilitate their work at sea. These catchy rhythms served as […]

    Free
  • Interventions: Rena Anakwe

    Governors Island

    Join artist Rena Anakwe for a free son­ic per­for­mance pre­sent­ed by Gov­er­nors Island Arts under­neath the his­toric Liggett Hall arch­way on Gov­er­nors Island. Free with registration. Pre­sent­ed as part of […]

    Free
  • Playscape Performs

    Family-oriented shows at the ShowBox, the first improv theater in a New York City playground. Show is repeated at 12:30pm.

    Free
  • Greenmarket at the Oculus

    North Oculus Plaza, WTC

    Shop for fruits and vegetables, baked goods, and dairy products from New York family farmers at the Grow NYC Greenmarket at the Oculus. Reopening for the season in June 2024. […]

  • 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
  • Mah Jongg & More

    Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.

    Free
  • Kids Olympics

    Rockefeller Park

    Practice speed, teamwork, and game strategy with fun and challenging exercises and drills for all levels. Make new friends while engaging in skill-building sessions focused on balance, coordination, movement, and […]

    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
  • TALL TIMBER: Height & Hybrids

    A panel of experts will cap our lecture series The Short History and Promising Future of Tall Mass Timber Buildings with a discussion of Height & Hybrids. Our speakers include […]

    Free
  • Figure Al Fresco

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

    Free
  • Wellness Wednesdays

    North Oculus Plaza, WTC

    In partnership with Sputnik Yoga, we will host a range of fitness and wellness classes at the World Trade Center on select Wednesdays. Launching in May to support Mental Health […]

    Free
  • Sunset Yoga

    Namaste! Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. Immerse yourself in this meditative practice- surrounded by the Hudson’s peaceful aura. Strengthen the body and cultivate awareness in a relaxed environment […]

    Free
  • Craft Studio

    Our open ‘studio’ craft sessions are a great opportunity for seniors to be creative, learn new skills, and socialize with others through group activities and individual projects.

    Free
  • The Last Sane Woman

    Hannah Regel presents The Last Sane Woman, in conversation with Fiona Alison Duncan. A beguiling debut novel about friendship and failure.

  • 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
  • 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 a variety of eats and treats from over 20 local vendors.

  • Funday Friday: Corn Husk Dolls!

    Step back in time this summer and explore our nation’s rich heritage through hands-on crafts inspired by the past. Today, explore the history of corn husk dolls, tracing their origins […]

    Free
  • Oculus Outdoors

    World Trade Center

    Come experience Oculus Outdoors – free, outdoor movie screenings on select Friday nights and Saturday afternoons this summer. This year, we are screening two movies: family-friendly evening flicks on Friday […]

    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 […]

    Free
  • Architecture for Animals

    Animals are skillful architects—from beehives to birds’ nests, animals create spaces best fit for their needs. But now, they’re moving into the big city! We will dive into the relationship […]

    Free
  • Oculus Outdoors

    World Trade Center

    Come experience Oculus Outdoors – free, outdoor movie screenings on select Friday nights and Saturday afternoons this summer. This year, we are screening two movies: family-friendly evening flicks on Friday […]

    Free
  • Teen Poetry Slam Finals

    Final round of the second annual Teen Poetry Slam series, a program empowering teen performing artists. The Parlé Endeavors Teen Poetry Slam Series is a New York City-wide poetry exhibition […]

    Free
  • Roots and Branches

    Families are invited to get creative while exploring Jewish heritage and culture through engaging activities and crafts. This month we are celebrating Pride by learning about influential Queer Jews throughout […]

    $10
  • Sailing Without Ahab

    Unique poetry reading and book talk with author Steve Mentz who has reimagined Herman Melville's great American classic Moby-Dick, without the monomaniacal quest of Captain Ahab. In this event, we […]

    Free
  • Greenmarket at the Oculus

    North Oculus Plaza, WTC

    Shop for fruits and vegetables, baked goods, and dairy products from New York family farmers at the Grow NYC Greenmarket at the Oculus. Reopening for the season in June 2024. […]

  • 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
  • Mah Jongg & More

    Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.

    Free
  • Kids Olympics

    Rockefeller Park

    Practice speed, teamwork, and game strategy with fun and challenging exercises and drills for all levels. Make new friends while engaging in skill-building sessions focused on balance, coordination, movement, and […]

    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 in a park setting. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. An artist/ educator will offer constructive […]

    Free
  • Wellness Wednesdays

    North Oculus Plaza, WTC

    In partnership with Sputnik Yoga, we will host a range of fitness and wellness classes at the World Trade Center on select Wednesdays. Launching in May to support Mental Health […]

    Free
  • Sunset Yoga

    Namaste! Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. Immerse yourself in this meditative practice- surrounded by the Hudson’s peaceful aura. Strengthen the body and cultivate awareness in a relaxed environment […]

    Free