Reading and discussion. Celebrated Cavafy scholar and a noted translator of his work Daniel Mendelsohn will engage in conversation with acclaimed poet Jana Prikryl on Cavafy’s stature as a “poet […]
Improve balance, strength and focus through gentle exercises. The sights and sounds of the river provide a serene background for the ancient flowing postures. An ideal choice for participants of […]
Established in 1775, the Bowne & Co. letterpress print shop is a piece of New York City history, and now you can join our printers in celebrating this rich legacy […]
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!
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 […]
Livestreamed. Constructed in eleven months, the 1250-foot Empire State Building, the world's tallest skyscraper from 1931 to 1971, was a marvel of modern engineering. The frame rose more than a […]
A moving and wickedly funny memoir about one woman’s life as the daughter of a Warhol superstar and the intimate bonds of mother-daughter relationships.
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 […]
Try your hand at pickleball on the scenic waterfront at Brookfield Place. Walk-in event without reservations. Courts are available on a first come, first served basis. Two pickleball courts will […]
Join seniors from the greater BPC area for conversation, local news, and informal card and board games.
Emanuel Rosen, author of If Anyone Calls, Tell Them I Died, and Noah Lederman, author of A World Erased: A Grandson’s Search for His Family’s Holocaust Secrets, both reflect on […]
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 […]
Immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind outdoor light festival with Illumination.nyc.
Join experienced birding guide Gabriel Willow on a walk through The Battery to observe the diversity of migrating birds that visit the park. Meet at the Netherland Memorial Flagpole
Observe and sketch the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. An artist/ educator will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Drawing […]
Create with drawing materials, pastels and watercolors. Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled and seasonally evolving palette of BPC’s verdant gardens. An artist/ educator will provide ideas and instruction. Materials […]
Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. All levels are welcome. Bring your own mat.
Concert.
Reading and discussion. Celebrated Cavafy scholar and a noted translator of his work Daniel Mendelsohn will engage in conversation with acclaimed poet Jana Prikryl on Cavafy’s stature as a “poet […]
Tour of the urban vegetable farm and perennial forest farm, led by park staff.
Event Name: Hudson Eats Piano Bar Event Date & Hours: Thursdays, April 27th – May 25, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Location: Hudson Eats, 2nd Level of Brookfield Place Participation: FREE and Open to the Public – No Tickets Needed We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a piano bar every Thursday! Gather your colleagues for an after-work […]
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 […]
In person and livestreamed. To Paint the Earth is the Richard Rodgers’ Award-winning musical that tells the story of the Jewish Underground in the Warsaw Ghetto in 1943 and its […]
Reading. After years away from her family's homeland, and reeling from a disastrous love affair, actress Sonia Nasir returns to Haifa to visit her older sister Haneen. This is her […]
As SYREN celebrates its 20-year anniversary, the company is proud to present Ithaka, a nine-section modern dance created by Kate Sutter in collaboration with the dancers of SYREN and set […]
The Native New York Film Festival, in conjunction with the Native New York exhibition, spotlights filmmakers, new films, fan favorites, and filmmaker discussions reflecting on what makes New York a […]
Improve balance, strength and focus through gentle exercises. The sights and sounds of the river provide a serene background for the ancient flowing postures. An ideal choice for participants of […]
Join art historian and lecturer Sylvia Laudien-Meo for illustrated presentations & dynamic discussions in a group setting or via Zoom.
Salsa your way into the weekend this Cinco de Mayo at the Seaport. Start with a salsa lesson led by two dance pros and enjoy a live performance by local […]
Celebrate the Chrysler Building’s 93rd anniversary and learn more about how its fancy scalloped crown and needle spire helped it win the title of “World’s Tallest Building” in 1930. Kids […]
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 […]
Calling all Citizen Scientists! Download the iNaturalist free app to learn about the vast diversity of wildlife that call BPC home. Every observation contributes to documenting the biodiversity of Battery […]
Lively 2.5-hour tour of Battery Park, the Financial District, Tribeca, the Civic Center, and Chinatown. Meet at the Staten Island Ferry Terminal. Discover more than four centuries of life and […]
Hands-on activities and engagement stations for kids of all ages provide creative opportunities that illuminate history and life at sea while enhancing your visit to the Museum’s galleries, the tall […]
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!
Immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind outdoor light festival with Illumination.nyc. The show closes tonight with a silent disco. Headphones are free; ID is required.
Every first Sunday starting March, China Institute Hoppy Rabbit Playdate program offers 1-hour open session where families can bring their children to our spacious and cozy indoor playground space to […]
Budapest’s historic Jewish quarter is home to a thriving community of 100,000 with rich heritage and enduring spirit. On this livestreamed, virtual tour we’ll delve into the origins and evolution […]
Looking for a special Mother’s Day gift? Come to Bowne & Co. to join the talented designers in creating a festive card using the Museum’s 19th century historical printing equipment. […]
Includes a 45-minute performance by various local artists singing a variety of traditional maritime work songs and ballads. Attendees are invited to sing along with the featured guests or just […]
Eight-time GRAMMY-winning bassist Christian McBride is the Artistic Director of JAZZ HOUSE KiDS and has performed with jazz greats like Herbie Hancock, Pat Metheny, Joe Henderson, Diana Krall, and Chick […]
Leela Academy presents a spectacular performance highlighting the rich history and breadth of kathak dance’s unique amalgamation of Hindu and Islamic cultures of the Indian subcontinent. Experience the classic beauty, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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!
Join seniors from the greater BPC area for conversation, local news, and informal card and board games.
Event Name: Hudson Eats Piano Bar Event Date & Hours: Thursdays, April 27th – May 25, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Location: Hudson Eats, 2nd Level of Brookfield Place Participation: FREE and Open to the Public – No Tickets Needed We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a piano bar every Thursday! Gather your colleagues for an after-work […]
Event Name: Hudson Eats Piano Bar Event Date & Hours: Thursdays, April 27th – May 25, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Location: Hudson Eats, 2nd Level of Brookfield Place Participation: FREE and Open to the Public – No Tickets Needed We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a piano bar every Thursday! Gather your colleagues for an after-work […]
SATURDAY, MAY20 GO FISH! BATTERY PARK CITY’S CELEBRATION OF LIFE IN THE HUDSON ESTUARY 10AM–1PM, BELVEDERE PLAZA Join experienced anglers for catch-and-release fishing and learn about life in the Hudson […]
Event Name: Hudson Eats Piano Bar Event Date & Hours: Thursdays, April 27th – May 25, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Location: Hudson Eats, 2nd Level of Brookfield Place Participation: FREE and Open to the Public – No Tickets Needed We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a piano bar every Thursday! Gather your colleagues for an after-work […]
Event Name: Hudson Eats Piano Bar Event Date & Hours: Thursdays, April 27th – May 25, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Location: Hudson Eats, 2nd Level of Brookfield Place Participation: FREE and Open to the Public – No Tickets Needed We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a piano bar every Thursday! Gather your colleagues for an after-work […]
We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a jazz club from 5:00 to 8:00 PM every Thursday from June 1 to July 27! Gather your colleagues for an after-work drink or make […]
We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a jazz club from 5:00 to 8:00 PM every Thursday from June 1 to July 27! Gather your colleagues for an after-work drink or make […]
In the 1920s, Berlin was home to a thriving transgender community, with trans-focused magazines, famous drag clubs, and Magnus Hirschfeld’s Institute for Sexual Science, where some trans people went for […]
Set in the Hong Kong of the early 1960’s, In the Mood for Love (2000), directed by Wong Kar-wai, tells the story of two neighbors who form a strong bond […]
Spend the evening in Battery Park City listening to eclectic voices presented by Asian American Writers’ Workshop. This event will be a reading with a conversation with poets on their […]
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 […]
The Museum's director, Carol Willis, will offer a gallery tour of SKY MARKS | LANDMARKS, which focuses on all the structures in New York designated as individual Landmarks that are […]
Kick off LGBTQ+ Pride Month with The Ranzo Boys and the Seaport Museum! In this musical program, Lafayette Matthews and Jules Peiperl will explore queer narratives in maritime music. Through […]
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 […]
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 […]
Mosques are places of worship for Muslims around the world. Their interiors often feature beautiful domes and intricate patterned designs inspired by repeating geometric shapes. Join us to learn more […]
In celebration of Pride month, BPCA presents Drag Story Hour, a fun and fabulous educational experience that celebrates gender diversity and all forms of difference to build empathy and give […]
Lively 2.5-hour tour of Battery Park, the Financial District, Tribeca, the Civic Center, and Chinatown. Meet at the Staten Island Ferry Terminal. Discover more than four centuries of life and […]
Hands-on activities and engagement stations for kids of all ages provide creative opportunities that illuminate history and life at sea while enhancing your visit to the Museum’s galleries, the tall […]
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!
Open session where families can bring children to play, socialize, and explore Chinese language and culture.
Includes a 45-minute performance by various local artists singing a variety of traditional maritime work songs and ballads. Attendees are invited to sing along with the featured guests or just […]
The Choir of Trinity Wall Street, Downtown Voices, Trinity Youth Chorus, and NOVUS NY perform an array of bluegrass, jazz, and gospel tunes in this season finale concert that is […]
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 […]
Spray paint. Street art. Unleash your kids’ creativity as the team at Graff Tours invites them into the world of graffiti culture. This live spray painting demo and lesson will […]
The American Heart Association will be hosting hands-only CPR demonstrations.
Join seniors from the greater BPC area for conversation, local news, and informal card and board games.
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 […]
Walk with legendary poets Rae Armantrout, Chen Chen, Rigoberto González, Kimiko Hahn, Terrance Hayes, Tommy Pico, and Tracy K. Smith as they celebrate the poetic richness of New York City […]
Observe and sketch the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. An artist/ educator will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Drawing […]
Paris’ Jewish history is long-storied, and this livestreamed, virtual tour will start in the Middle Ages. Explore the Marais, where the heart of Paris’ Jewish community lies, and delve into […]
Create with drawing materials, pastels and watercolors. Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled and seasonally evolving palette of BPC’s verdant gardens. An artist/ educator will provide ideas and instruction. Materials […]
Intersections examines the often-surprising connections between 9/11 and today’s world. From global industries to individual lives, the attacks sparked a fundamental shift for many, altering trajectories in ways both expected […]
Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. All levels are welcome. Bring your own mat.
The Seaport Museum’s LGBTQ+ Pride Month festivities continue with a special screening of the music-forward film Walk With Me. Together we will follow the emotional journey of a young mother […]
Film screening outdoors. Former bank teller Frankie (Viveca A. Fox) is struggling to make ends meet, working a low-paying job as a janitor alongside close friends Cleo (Queen Latifah), Stony […]
Each Thursday the net at Esplanade Plaza will be lowered to allow for pickleball games, on a first come first serve basis.
Event Name: Hudson Eats Piano Bar Event Date & Hours: Thursdays, April 27th – May 25, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Location: Hudson Eats, 2nd Level of Brookfield Place Participation: FREE and Open to the Public – No Tickets Needed We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a piano bar every Thursday! Gather your colleagues for an after-work […]
We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a jazz club from 5:00 to 8:00 PM every Thursday from June 1 to July 27! Gather your colleagues for an after-work drink or make […]
We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a jazz club from 5:00 to 8:00 PM every Thursday from June 1 to July 27! Gather your colleagues for an after-work drink or make […]
One of the most famous and dynamic modern dance ensembles of our time, the Paul Taylor School, will lead a fun interactive dance class featuring choreography from their world-renowned repertoire. […]
Beauty Happens explores intimacy, human resilience, adaptation, and physical empowerment. The work interrogates themes of instinct, chaos, control and the repercussions of touch. Influenced by the mating dances, flocking patterns, […]
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 […]
Our beloved China Institute Literati Salon returns for its third time! Join us this June for an evening of music, poetry, calligraphy, and wine! Started in China nearly a thousand […]
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 […]
Concert.
Projects for all ages in the vegetable farm.
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 […]
Lively 2.5-hour tour of Battery Park, the Financial District, Tribeca, the Civic Center, and Chinatown. Meet at the Staten Island Ferry Terminal. Discover more than four centuries of life and […]
Tours, 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 […]
Break out your best flapper dresses, linen jackets, straw hats and spats, and 100-year-old Gatsby-inspired attire! New York’s favorite throwback party is back this June for its 16th anniversary. The […]
Hands-on activities and engagement stations for kids of all ages provide creative opportunities that illuminate history and life at sea while enhancing your visit to the Museum’s galleries, the tall […]
Colombian artist Marta Blair invites the public to participate in a large-scale tape installation. Inspired by one of names Lenape people call the Hudson River: Mahicantuk, "River that Flows Two […]
Metalworking demonstrations that delve into the crucial role of blacksmiths during the Age of Sail, both on land and aboard ships at sea. Professional metalworker and long-time Seaport Museum volunteer […]
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!
In celebration of Caribbean-American Heritage Month, all are invited to experience the dynamic and creative energy of the Franck Muhel & His Mambo Dancers. Learn the traditional steps of the […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Air 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.
Learn the practices and plants that can support our native pollinators like bees and butterflies, at all stages of their life cycles.
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 […]
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!
Join seniors from the greater BPC area for conversation, local news, and informal card and board games.
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 […]
Observe and sketch the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. An artist/ educator will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Drawing […]
Create with drawing materials, pastels and watercolors. Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled and seasonally evolving palette of BPC’s verdant gardens. An artist/ educator will provide ideas and instruction. Materials […]
Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. All levels are welcome. Bring your own mat.
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 […]
Tour of the urban vegetable farm and perennial forest farm, led by park staff.
Event Name: Hudson Eats Piano Bar Event Date & Hours: Thursdays, April 27th – May 25, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Location: Hudson Eats, 2nd Level of Brookfield Place Participation: FREE and Open to the Public – No Tickets Needed We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a piano bar every Thursday! Gather your colleagues for an after-work […]
We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a jazz club from 5:00 to 8:00 PM every Thursday from June 1 to July 27! Gather your colleagues for an after-work drink or make […]
We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a jazz club from 5:00 to 8:00 PM every Thursday from June 1 to July 27! Gather your colleagues for an after-work drink or make […]
Concert.
Lower Manhattan’s Shakespeare Downtown presents a new adaptation of Alexandre Dumas fils' “The Lady of the Camellias.” Adapted by Billie Andersson, “The Lady of the Camellias” combines dialogue from Dumas’ novel with text and structural concepts from the libretto of the opera “La Traviata.” The fully-realized production is performed inside the open-air walls of Castle […]
Celebrate Pride Month with a silent disco dance party featuring Gotham Cheer and queer DJ’s from QuietEvents. Breathtaking sunset views and Lady Liberty will serve as our backdrop as we […]
Talk to Me About Water is an immersive music experience to expand conversations about global water issues. Participants include a group of artists, science storytellers, water scientists, artificial intelligence researchers, data scientists, and musicians who create immersive experiences at events open to the general public.
Explore Battery Park City’s southern district, which is home to the Skyscraper Museum and includes some of BPC’s earliest landscapes and infrastructure, including the residential enclaves built in the 1990s […]
Performance of works and world premieres of composer/performer members: Julie Maniscalco, Trumpet; Berta Moreno, Tenor sax; Michael Rörby, Trombone; Mark Kross, Piano; Eddy Khaimovich, Bass and Joseph Chidiebere Emmanuel, Drums. Repeated at 7pm
Lower Manhattan’s Shakespeare Downtown presents a new adaptation of Alexandre Dumas fils' “The Lady of the Camellias.” Adapted by Billie Andersson, “The Lady of the Camellias” combines dialogue from Dumas’ novel with text and structural concepts from the libretto of the opera “La Traviata.” The fully-realized production is performed inside the open-air walls of Castle […]
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 […]
duel c has a relationship to Charles Gaines’ piece Moving Chains, a public sculpture on the island. duel c is a performance where care and violence commingle, stirring toward undoing. A dance of entanglement, duel c aims to inhabit an illogic, sentience, and perpetual movement that isn’t funded by empathy, guilt, nor the labor of […]
This devised movement theater work is structured as a live-studio audience recording that uses the nostalgia of the early 2000’s as a jumping-off point. The work features a cast of Millennial and GenZ BIPOC artists, including Alicia Dellimore, Brooker Rucker, Paulina Meneses, Alicia Morales, and Bria Bacon. With visual/film direction by Torian Ugworji, lighting design […]
Location, location, location! Join us to celebrate the walkability of Battery Park City as we take a short tour of the neighborhood and learn about the importance of walkable cities by reading Mo Willems’ Knuffle Bunny. After, we’ll use chalk to imagine our ideal walkable neighborhood! All ages welcome. RSVP required.
Create a floral design to enjoy at home or to give away as a gift, using flowers and foliage from The Battery’s stunning gardens. RSVP is required.
Porch 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 from traditional folk to old-time, blues, roots, bluegrass and Americana.
Rotating lineup of over 40 of the city’s emerging makers, designers, artists, and small businesses, FAD Market will feature handcrafted jewelry, art, apparel, bath and body care, tableware, home furnishings, […]
Hands-on activities and engagement stations for kids of all ages provide creative opportunities that illuminate history and life at sea while enhancing your visit to the Museum’s galleries, the tall ship Wavertree, and the lightship Ambrose.
In a small Saskatchewan town in the 1960s, Yvette Wong, a young girl of Chinese and Cree heritage, struggles with her Indigenous identity amidst family tragedy in this coming-of-age film directed by Mohawk artist and filmmaker Shelley Niro. Yvette’s mother, Katherine, discourages her from embracing her Cree identity, so she explores it in secret. As […]
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!
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 of Manhattan, first settled in 1880. Almost no buildings remain on Washington Street from the nineteenth century. Linda Jacobs, a scholar and historian will give […]
Juneteenth, or Emancipation Day, originated in 1865 in Galveston, Texas. Battery Park City’s 7th annual Juneteenth Celebration offers fun and history, art and music. The Federation of Black Cowboys share history, horsemanship and riding. (Must be 3 years old or older for pony ride). Paint your own Juneteenth flag and make a bandana with bright […]
Performance by three musicians from the New York Arabic Orchestra who will collaborate with two reciters, Hani Bawardi and Rita Elojail Zihenni, to celebrate the literary contributions of the early Arabic-speaking community in Lower Manhattan. Predominantly Syrian and Lebanese, these early writers formed a literary association called al Rabitah al Qalamiyah (the Pen Bond), among […]
The closing concert of LMCC’s River to River Festival continues the Juneteenth Celebration with Guinean musician and activist Natu Camara and her vibrant band. Her uplifting message, inspired by her beloved home, is wrapped in a blend of afro-rock and soul. “Get your comfortable shoes on my New Yorkers, we are going to sing and […]
Lower Manhattan’s Shakespeare Downtown presents a new adaptation of Alexandre Dumas fils' “The Lady of the Camellias.” Adapted by Billie Andersson, “The Lady of the Camellias” combines dialogue from Dumas’ novel with text and structural concepts from the libretto of the opera “La Traviata.” The fully-realized production is performed inside the open-air walls of Castle […]
Learn the practices and plants that can support our native pollinators like bees and butterflies, at all stages of their life cycles.
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 […]
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!
Join seniors from the greater BPC area for conversation, local news, and informal card and board games.
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 […]
Observe and sketch the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. An artist/ educator will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Drawing […]
Livorno, Italy is a port city on the west coast of Tuscany with a Jewish community that dates back to the sixteenth century. This livestreamed, virtual walking tour will begin at the Piazza della Repubblica, home to the Monumento dei Quattro Mori; this statue commemorates the power of the Grand Duchy of Tuscany, which protected […]
Create with drawing materials, pastels and watercolors. Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled and seasonally evolving palette of BPC’s verdant gardens. An artist/ educator will provide ideas and instruction. Materials […]
Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. All levels are welcome. Bring your own mat.
Staffan Scheja, acclaimed Swedish pianist, will perform a special concert at the Museum of Jewish Heritage. His program includes two fantasies from op. 11 (B minor/E minor) by Wilhelm Stenhammar, Fantasy op.17 by Robert Schumann, and Handel-variations op. 24 by Johannes Brahms.
A new site-specific play at Federal Hall National Memorial. Six of America’s most celebrated playwrights take us on a journey through the first of the 527 momentous days when New York City was the first capital of the revolutionary United States government.
Each Thursday the net at Esplanade Plaza will be lowered to allow for pickleball games, on a first come first serve basis.
Tour of the urban vegetable farm and perennial forest farm, led by park staff.
This disarming and charming show not only celebrates the beauty of the LGBTQIA+ community through true stories but also explores the power of love and the journey of finding one’s place in the world.
Event Name: Hudson Eats Piano Bar Event Date & Hours: Thursdays, April 27th – May 25, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Location: Hudson Eats, 2nd Level of Brookfield Place Participation: FREE and Open to the Public – No Tickets Needed We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a piano bar every Thursday! Gather your colleagues for an after-work […]
We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a jazz club from 5:00 to 8:00 PM every Thursday from June 1 to July 27! Gather your colleagues for an after-work drink or make […]
We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a jazz club from 5:00 to 8:00 PM every Thursday from June 1 to July 27! Gather your colleagues for an after-work drink or make […]
Come to China Institute to learn, explore, and practice calligraphy, an ancient art that cultivates appreciation of art and culture, language learning, and self-wellness in general. A unique way of writing that incorporates brushwork, composition, and balance to create an expressive piece of artwork, Chinese calligraphy has been widely considered as the finest form of […]
Following her sister's disappearance, Jax, a Native American hustler (Lily Gladstone) kidnaps her niece Roki (Isabel Deroy-Olson) from the child's white grandparents and sets out for the state powwow in hopes of keeping what is left of their family intact. The pair hit the road and scour the backcountry to track down Roki’s mother. What […]
Concert.
Enjoy live music from DJ Whitney Day and DJ Dawson, and performances by host, Jasmine Rice LaBeija, with a side of riverfront views.
Explore Battery Park City’s southern district, which is home to the Skyscraper Museum and includes some of BPC’s earliest landscapes and infrastructure, including the residential enclaves built in the 1990s that followed the 1979 Cooper Eckstut Master Plan. We will visit historic Pier A and South Cove, as well as the green spaces that connect […]
Enjoy this nostalgic celebration of the summer solstice. Join in a lively dance around the Midsummer pole. Make wreaths from beautiful flowers representing those in bloom on the solstice in Sweden. Enjoy a parade, children’s games, and Swedish delicacies. Traditional music by Paul Dahlin and fiddlers from the American Swedish Institute in Minneapolis. Dances led […]
Concert.
This year’s NYC Pride theme is “Strength in Solidarity.” To celebrate, the museum is presenting an evening of dynamic and fun performances that showcase the rich diversity of the Indigenous LGBTQIA+ community. Landa Lakes (Chickasaw) hosts an extravaganza of dance, music, and humor featuring fellow Indigenous drag performers Lady Shug (Diné), Sage Chanell (Shawnee/Ponca/Otoe/Lakota Sioux), […]
MICHIYAYA’s Annex series is a repertory initiative curating emerging choreographers with visual artists to create a new work with dance artists of MICHIYAYA. Annex Vol. III features a new performance work featuring MICHIYAYA Dance Artists with choreography by Tushrik Fredericks in collaboration with visual/performance artist Tsohil Bhatia.
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 […]
Jewelry. Art. Baked goods and local vintage. Home goods. Live DJs.
Established in 1775, the Bowne & Co. letterpress print shop is a piece of New York City history, and now you can join our printers in celebrating this rich legacy in hands-on workshops! Sign up today for an immersive program where you can work together with Bowne’s designers to produce your own custom set of […]
LGBTQ+ sailing club Knickerbocker Sailing Association’s (KSA) 21st-annual floating parade.
The elegant Chinese lifestyle is a concept that encompasses a refined way of living that is rooted in traditional Chinese culture and values. It emphasizes simplicity, harmony, balance, and an appreciation for beauty and nature. At its core, the elegant Chinese lifestyle is about cultivating a sense of inner peace and contentment through living in […]
Lower Manhattan’s Shakespeare Downtown presents a new adaptation of Alexandre Dumas fils' “The Lady of the Camellias.” Adapted by Billie Andersson, “The Lady of the Camellias” combines dialogue from Dumas’ novel with text and structural concepts from the libretto of the opera “La Traviata.” The fully-realized production is performed inside the open-air walls of Castle […]
In partnership with McNally Jackson Books—located at 4 Fulton Street, just a few doors down from the Museum entrance—Seaport Museum staff and special guests will stir up lively discussions informed by our shared love of literature, history, and preservation. This month's selection: The Engineer’s Wife: A Novel of the Brooklyn Bridge by Tracey Enerson Wood.
Learn the practices and plants that can support our native pollinators like bees and butterflies, at all stages of their life cycles.
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 […]
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!
Join seniors from the greater BPC area for conversation, local news, and informal card and board games.
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 […]
Part architectural guidebook and part critique, Sky-High documents the pencil-thin, supertall towers that are transforming New York City's skyline and streets. A new book by Eric P. Nash, author of Manhattan Skyscrapers, illustrated with stunning photography by Bruce Katz, Sky-High captures the city's penchant for building skyward – from the Woolworth and Chrysler buildings of […]
Observe and sketch the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. An artist/ educator will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Drawing […]
Explore the Jewish heritage of Winchester, England on this livestreamed, virtual walking tour. Located in the county of Hampshire, on the edge of England’s South Downs National Park, Winchester boasts winding streets and centuries worth of architecture. Join our local tour guide to discover the captivating stories of the once-thriving Jewish Quarter, which was an […]
School’s out for the summer! Celebrate at Community Field Day in Rockefeller Park. Fast break to the basketball court for a clinic led by coaches from the New York Liberty. […]
Create with drawing materials, pastels and watercolors. Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled and seasonally evolving palette of BPC’s verdant gardens. An artist/ educator will provide ideas and instruction. Materials […]
Event Name: Hudson Eats Piano Bar Event Date & Hours: Thursdays, April 27th – May 25, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Location: Hudson Eats, 2nd Level of Brookfield Place Participation: FREE and Open to the Public – No Tickets Needed We’re transforming Hudson Eats into a piano bar every Thursday! Gather your colleagues for an after-work […]