Inspired by composer Igor Stravinsky’s 1919 Firebird Suite, this event pays homage to his musical creations with a performance centered around a massive wall of light designed to illuminate the dance of the firebird. The unique sensory journey allows visitors to revel in the glowing celebration and hypnotic display that will transform the Parade Ground. […]
Pick up trash and tend to pollinator-friendly gardens. No experience is necessary; all ages and abilities are welcome!
Join naturalist/author Gail Karlsson to get to know City Hall Park's trees and birds, and get a free copy of her book Meeting Trees in City Hall Park.
The original architectural gems of the South Street Seaport Historic District are considered to be among the oldest standing structures in Manhattan. From merchants’ warehouses to taverns, built by the […]
Join experienced anglers for catch-and-release fishing and learn about life in the Hudson River. Help identify the fish we catch, and share valuable data with research groups who monitor the health of our local waters. Enjoy an art project and a nature walk. Plus: don’t miss a performance from DJ Willy Wow.
Nearly 3,500 trees make up Governors Island’s canopy, providing essential benefits for Island visitors and all New Yorkers: they capture and remove pollution from the air, help mitigate climate change […]
Launch of Rowana Miller’s young adult book, Secrets of the Blue Hand Girls. In addition to introducing Secrets of the Blue Hand Girls, Rowana will share creative writing strategies from her remarkable writing program, Cosmic Writers.
All are invited to bring their pets to this non-denominational blessing and all pets are welcome (dogs, cats, birds, etc.).
Most printers in early-19th century New York were located where the action was: near the city’s main port of entry at South Street. Walk with us to learn about the typography on these historic buildings and discover where passenger and shipping services printed their tickets. The walk will be led by the Seaport Museum’s Bowne […]
All-levels class for skaters, gardeners, park enthusiasts—and anyone who wants to join. No experience needed.
Bring your own soil samples to Governors Island to be tested for heavy metals content using Urban Soil Institute’s pXRF instrument. Gather a plastic bag with about a cup of soil from your yard or garden and bring the sample to Swale’s drop-off table on the porch of Nolan Park Building 11 to get tested. […]