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  • Virtual Walking Tour: Livorno’s Jewish Community

    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 […]

    $25
  • Elements of Nature 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 […]

    Free
  • Sunset Yoga

    Rockefeller Park

    Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. All levels are welcome. Bring your own mat.

    Free
  • Staffan Scheja Plays Stenhammar, Schumann, and Brahms

    Museum of Jewish Heritage

    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, […]

    $10
  • The Democracy Project

    Federal Hall

    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 […]

    Free
  • Pick Up Pickleball

    Each Thursday the net at Esplanade Plaza will be lowered to allow for pickleball games, on a first come first serve basis.

    Free
  • Out Loud: Queer Stories Through a Jewish Lens

    Museum of Jewish Heritage

    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 […]

    $36
  • Upcoming Event: Hudson Eats Piano Bar at Brookfield Place

    Brookfield Place

    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 […]

    Free
  • Brookfield Place’s Hudson Eats Jazz

    Brookfield Place

    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 […]

    Free
  • Brookfield Place’s Hudson Eats Jazz

    Brookfield Place

    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 […]

    Free
  • China Institute Calligraphy Meetup

    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 […]

    Free
  • NY | At the Movies: Fancy Dance

    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 […]

    Free
  • Pride Dance Night

    Pier 17

    Enjoy live music from DJ Whitney Day and DJ Dawson, and performances by host, Jasmine Rice LaBeija, with a side of riverfront views.

    Free
  • BPC South Neighborhood Walking Tour

    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 […]

    Free
  • Swedish Midsummer Festival

    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 […]

    Free
  • Native Pride Extravaganza

    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 […]

    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
  • Print Your Own Stationery

    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 […]

    Free
  • Rainbows on the Hudson

    LGBTQ+ sailing club Knickerbocker Sailing Association’s (KSA) 21st-annual floating parade.

    Free
  • Playscape Performs

    Music, dance, puppetry and more. The shows is repeated at 1:30pm.

    Free
  • Seaport Museum Book Club

    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 […]

    Free
  • 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.

    Free
  • Adult Zumba

    Irish Hunger Memorial

    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
  • 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!

    Free
  • Senior Drop In and Mah Jongg

    Join seniors from the greater BPC area for conversation, local news, and informal 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
  • Figure al Fresco

    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 […]

    Free
  • BPCA Community Field Day

    Rockefeller Park

    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. […]

    Free
  • Elements of Nature 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 […]

    Free
  • Upcoming Event: Hudson Eats Piano Bar at Brookfield Place

    Brookfield Place

    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 […]

    Free
  • Brookfield Place’s Hudson Eats Jazz

    Brookfield Place

    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 […]

    Free
  • Brookfield Place’s Hudson Eats Jazz

    Brookfield Place

    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 […]

    Free
  • Lantern Workshop

    Welcoming all ages and abilities into their practice, participants will resurrect lost objects from memory in this watercolor workshop. The exhibiting artist, Rhonda Weppler, will assemble image of participant’s lost […]

    Free
  • 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!

    Free
  • Sea Chanteys and Maritime Music

    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 […]

    Free
  • Jadot Loves America

    Celebrate July 4th Weekend with Maison Louis Jadot, one of Burgundy, France's most trusted and revered wine houses. The Jadot Loves America cruise is perfect for wine enthusiasts and sightseers […]

    $75.00
  • NYC Runs Firecracker 5K & 10K

    Governors Island

    Race around Gov­er­nors Island this Fourth of July! Run­ners will get to take a whirl­wind tour of Gov­er­nors Island, com­plete with amaz­ing views. Gov­er­nors Island was instru­men­tal in Amer­i­can Inde­pen­dence, […]

  • Figure al Fresco

    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 […]

    Free
  • Elements of Nature 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 […]

    Free
  • Sunset Yoga

    Rockefeller Park

    Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. All levels are welcome. Bring your own mat.

    Free
  • Pick Up Pickleball

    Each Thursday the net at Esplanade Plaza will be lowered to allow for pickleball games, on a first come first serve basis.

    Free
  • BPC Business Core Walking Tour

    Tour 2 of the Museum's three thematic walking tours of Battery Park City will focus on the commercial core with its 1980s skyscrapers of the original World Financial Center (now […]

    Free
  • Upcoming Event: Hudson Eats Piano Bar at Brookfield Place

    Brookfield Place

    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 […]

    Free
  • Brookfield Place’s Hudson Eats Jazz

    Brookfield Place

    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 […]

    Free
  • Brookfield Place’s Hudson Eats Jazz

    Brookfield Place

    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 […]

    Free
  • Pickles Demystified

    Museum of Jewish Heritage

    Celebrate National Pickle Month with fermentation expert and revivalist, Sandor Katz, and the Workers Circle CEO, Ann Toback. Sandor and Ann will take us through all things pickles, a lifelong […]

    $10
  • 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 […]

    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
  • “Nelly & Nadine” Screening and Discussion

    Museum of Jewish Heritage

    Nelly & Nadine tells the unlikely love story between Nelly Mousset-Vos, an opera singer who worked with the French Resistance, and Nadine Hwang, a habituée of the French literary scene […]

    $10
  • Curator’s Tour of Sky Marks Landmarks

    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 […]

    Free
  • Sunset Jam on the Hudson

    Rhythm and grooves fill the air at this Friday evening program. Follow the lead of professional drummers as they guide you through the pulsating beats of traditional African drumming techniques […]

    Free
  • Out of Sight

    Film screening outdoors. Razor-sharp wit and expert­ly deployed star wattage — not to men­tion crack­ling sex­u­al chem­istry between the two leads — were in abun­dant sup­ply when Steven Soder­bergh burst into the main­stream, direct­ing […]

    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
  • Hester Street Fair

    Jewelry. Art. Baked goods and local vintage. Home goods. Live DJs.

    Free
  • Seaport Museum Family Activity Weekend

    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 […]

    Free
  • Forging Maritime Metals

    Pier 16

    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 […]

    Free
  • Playscape Performs

    Music, dance, puppetry and more. The show is repeated at 1:30pm.

    Free
  • The American Revolution in New York Walking Tour

    In 1776 all eyes were on “The Island at the Center of the World”! Experience the spellbinding story of the events leading up to the American Revolution while walking on […]

    $40
  • Lavender Alchemy

    Governors Island

    In this work­shop at Earth Mat­ter’s Laven­der Field, you will learn to sus­tain­ably har­vest laven­der flow­ers and will par­tic­i­pate in the alchem­i­cal process of nurs­ing the pre­cious flower water and […]

    $60
  • Family Nature Walk

    Families with young nature-lovers (ages 4 and up) are invited to explore and connect with plants and animals found in parks. Using magnifying glasses and binoculars will help us gain […]

    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
  • 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
  • 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!

    Free
  • Senior Drop In and Mah Jongg

    Join seniors from the greater BPC area for conversation, local news, and informal 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
  • Figure al Fresco

    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 […]

    Free
  • Poetry Walk

    Join a walk exploring BPC’s unique poetic experience. Each week, find places where poetry appears in the parks’ urban/ natural setting.

    Free
  • Summer Blood Drive

    Help replenish dwindling supplies in the tri-state area. The whole process takes less than an hour and one donation can save multiple lives!

  • Elements of Nature 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 […]

    Free
  • Sunset Yoga

    Rockefeller Park

    Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. All levels are welcome. Bring your own mat.

    Free
  • Pick Up Pickleball

    Each Thursday the net at Esplanade Plaza will be lowered to allow for pickleball games, on a first come first serve basis.

    Free
  • Upcoming Event: Hudson Eats Piano Bar at Brookfield Place

    Brookfield Place

    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 […]

    Free
  • Brookfield Place’s Hudson Eats Jazz

    Brookfield Place

    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 […]

    Free
  • Brookfield Place’s Hudson Eats Jazz

    Brookfield Place

    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 […]

    Free
  • Return to Dust

    Exclusive premiere of the acclaimed realist drama – Return to Dust. Directed by Li Ruijun, the film had its world premiere at Berlinale 2022. However, shortly after its release in […]

    $8
  • “Cult Classic” with Sloane Crosley

    Museum of Jewish Heritage

    One night in New York City’s Chinatown, a woman is at a work reunion dinner when she excuses herself to buy a pack of cigarettes. On her way back, she […]

    $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
  • Sunset Jam on the Hudson

    Rhythm and grooves fill the air at this Friday evening program. Follow the lead of professional drummers as they guide you through the pulsating beats of traditional African drumming techniques […]

    Free
  • Game Night

    Calling all card sharks, Scrabble heads, and Magic the Gathering enthusiasts! Join friends old and new every other Friday for games, drinks, socializing at the McNally Jackson Seaport bar. No […]

    Free
  • City of Water Day

    Dozens of communities across all five boroughs, Westchester and Rockland counties, and New Jersey will host events on and near the water that celebrate the importance of a resilient and […]

    Free
  • City of Water Day

    Pier 16

    City of Water Day is a day of free, family-friendly activities in New York and New Jersey! Several organizations across the five boroughs of NYC will host events on and […]

    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 of Trees

    Architects spend years designing the skyscrapers, but trees have been perfecting their own architecture in response to the environment for eons. On a guided walk through Battery Park City we’ll […]

    Free
  • City of Water Day Family Workshop

    Celebrate the region's waterways and waterfronts, learn about environmental stewardship and take part in an art project.

    Free
  • Fad Market

    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, […]

  • Seaport Museum Family Activity Weekend

    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 […]

    Free
  • Lantern Workshop

    Welcoming all ages and abilities into their practice, participants will resurrect lost objects from memory in this watercolor workshop. The exhibiting artist, Rhonda Weppler, will assemble image of participant’s lost […]

    Free
  • 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!

    Free
  • Self Actualization Portraits Workshop

    Paul Deo’s “Self Actualization Portrait painting” classes are fun, calm, safe places where students relax their conscious minds while painting.

    Free
  • Sankofa

    Sankofa, an African word from the Akan tribe in Ghana, conveys the ancient wisdom in learning and retrieving from the past to ensure a brighter, healthier and wiser future. Sankofa, […]

    Free
  • Seaport Kids Summer Bash

    Robot creations. Temporary tattoos. LEGO cities and beyond. The sky’s the limit for imagination-fueled crafts at the upcoming Seaport Kids Summer Bash. Once again, we’re partnering with local family-event curators […]

    Free
  • Playscape Performs

    Music, dance, puppetry and more. The show is repeated at 1:30pm.

    Free
  • “American Prometheus” with Kai Bird and Joseph Kanon

    Museum of Jewish Heritage

    J Robert Oppenheimer, known as the “father of the atomic bomb,” worked with a team of physicists as part of the Manhattan Project, which created the world’s first-ever nuclear weapon […]

    $10
  • Family Nature Walk

    Families with young nature-lovers (ages 4 and up) are invited to explore and connect with plants and animals found in parks. Using magnifying glasses and binoculars will help us gain […]

    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
  • 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
  • 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!

    Free
  • Senior Drop In and Mah Jongg

    Join seniors from the greater BPC area for conversation, local news, and informal 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
  • Poetry Walk

    Join a walk exploring BPC’s unique poetic experience. Each week, find places where poetry appears in the parks’ urban/ natural setting.

    Free
  • Figure al Fresco

    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 […]

    Free
  • Elements of Nature 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 […]

    Free
  • Sunset Yoga

    Rockefeller Park

    Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. All levels are welcome. Bring your own mat.

    Free
  • A New Founding Figure

    Pier 17

    Join the Seaport Museum and historian and author Claire Bellerjeau for a captivating illustrated presentation that delves into the discovery of a new founding figure named Elizabeth, known as "Liss." […]

    Free
  • Pick Up Pickleball

    Each Thursday the net at Esplanade Plaza will be lowered to allow for pickleball games, on a first come first serve basis.

    Free
  • Upcoming Event: Hudson Eats Piano Bar at Brookfield Place

    Brookfield Place

    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 […]

    Free
  • Brookfield Place’s Hudson Eats Jazz

    Brookfield Place

    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 […]

    Free
  • Brookfield Place’s Hudson Eats Jazz

    Brookfield Place

    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 […]

    Free
  • Artistic Reflections on Climate Change

    Brookfield Place

    Miya Ando, winner of the 2023 Brookfield Place New York Annual Arts Commission, and Ami Vitale, a Nikon Ambassador and National Geographic photographer, will discuss their environmentally focused art exhibitions […]

    Free
  • Twentieth-Century Man: The Wild Life of Peter Beard

    Peter Beard lived an astonishing life. The artist, wildlife photographer, and bon vivant enthralled and inspired both because of his work and his legendary lifestyle. A scion of American industry […]

  • 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 Business Core Walking Tour

    Tour 2 of the Museum’s three thematic walking tours of Battery Park City will focus on the commercial core with its 1980s skyscrapers of the original World Financial Center (now […]

    Free
  • Sips of Summer at Morton’s the Steakhouse

    Morton's the Steakhouse invites you to delight in four impeccably crafted cocktails, each expertly paired with unique dishes, all while immersed in a ambiance inspired by the prohibition era. $99 […]

    $99
  • Sunset Jam on the Hudson

    Rhythm and grooves fill the air at this Friday evening program. Follow the lead of professional drummers as they guide you through the pulsating beats of traditional African drumming techniques […]

    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
  • Animal Icons: Ornamental Animals on NYC Skyscrapers

    Discover the animal world that decorates some of New York City skyscrapers, from the dog’s heads and pelicans that ornament the Woolworth Building to the eagle head “gargoyles” on the […]

    Free
  • Hester Street Fair

    Jewelry. Art. Baked goods and local vintage. Home goods. Live DJs.

    Free
  • Seaport Museum Family Activity Weekend

    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 […]

    Free
  • Lantern Workshop

    Welcoming all ages and abilities into their practice, participants will resurrect lost objects from memory in this watercolor workshop. The exhibiting artist, Rhonda Weppler, will assemble image of participant’s lost […]

    Free
  • Dublin Guitar Quartet

    Irish ensem­ble Dublin Gui­tar Quar­tet will per­form a pro­gram fea­tur­ing works by Bryce Dess­ner, Marc Mel­lits, Woj­ciech Kilar, Gyor­gy Ligeti and Philip Glass. This marks the first time an esteemed […]

    Free
  • Author’s Talk: Red Bishop

    Besides the US, perhaps no country is more important to the world’s economy and geopolitics than China. Crucial to understanding and interacting with China is a familiarity with its complex […]

  • Playscape Performs

    Music, dance, puppetry and more. The show is repeated at 1:30pm.

    Free
  • The Island of Extraordinary Captives

    Book talk. During Hitler’s rise to power in the 1930s, tens of thousands of German and Austrian Jews escaped and found refuge in Britain. After war broke out and paranoia […]

    $10
  • Family Nature Walk

    Families with young nature-lovers (ages 4 and up) are invited to explore and connect with plants and animals found in parks. Using magnifying glasses and binoculars will help us gain […]

    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
  • 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
  • Senior Drop In and Mah Jongg

    Join seniors from the greater BPC area for conversation, local news, and informal 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
  • Seaport Cinema: Jaws

    Outdoor film screening. An enormous great white shark terrorizes a summer resort town, where a police chief, a grizzled fisherman and an intrepid marine biologist realize they’re “gonna need a […]

    Free
  • Figure al Fresco

    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 […]

    Free
  • Poetry Walk

    Join a walk exploring BPC’s unique poetic experience. Each week, find places where poetry appears in the parks’ urban/ natural setting.

    Free
  • Elements of Nature 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 […]

    Free
  • Sunset Yoga

    Rockefeller Park

    Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. All levels are welcome. Bring your own mat.

    Free
  • Pick Up Pickleball

    Each Thursday the net at Esplanade Plaza will be lowered to allow for pickleball games, on a first come first serve basis.

    Free
  • Upcoming Event: Hudson Eats Piano Bar at Brookfield Place

    Brookfield Place

    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 […]

    Free
  • Brookfield Place’s Hudson Eats Jazz

    Brookfield Place

    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 […]

    Free
  • Brookfield Place’s Hudson Eats Jazz

    Brookfield Place

    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 […]

    Free
  • Nina&Irena

    Museum of Jewish Heritage

    The New Yorker director and journalist Daniel Lombroso made Nina&Irena—a film about his grandmother, Nina Gottlieb, a Holocaust survivor who comes to terms with the loss of her sister who […]

    $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
  • Sunset Jam on the Hudson

    Rhythm and grooves fill the air at this Friday evening program. Follow the lead of professional drummers as they guide you through the pulsating beats of traditional African drumming techniques […]

    Free
  • Game Night

    Calling all card sharks, Scrabble heads, and Magic the Gathering enthusiasts! Join friends old and new every other Friday for games, drinks, socializing at the McNally Jackson Seaport bar. No […]

    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
  • New York City Poetry Festival

    Governors Island

    The Poet­ry Soci­ety of New York invites poet­ry orga­ni­za­tions and col­lec­tives of all shapes and sizes to bring their unique for­mats, aes­thet­ics, and per­son­al­i­ties to this week­end of read­ings, work­shops, […]

    Free
  • Print Your Own Stationery

    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 […]

    Free
  • 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!

    Free
  • Monthly Pollinator Walk

    Observe, and explore nature through the lens of pol­li­na­tors — and con­tribute to sci­en­tif­ic research in the process! Par­tic­i­pants are invit­ed to down­load the iNat­u­ral­ist app in advance of this event to […]

    Free
  • Playscape Performs

    Music, dance, puppetry and more. The show is repeated at 1:30pm.

    Free
  • Family Nature Walk

    Families with young nature-lovers (ages 4 and up) are invited to explore and connect with plants and animals found in parks. Using magnifying glasses and binoculars will help us gain […]

    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
  • Seaport Cinema: Jaws

    Outdoor film screening. An enormous great white shark terrorizes a summer resort town, where a police chief, a grizzled fisherman and an intrepid marine biologist realize they’re “gonna need a […]

    Free
  • Figure al Fresco

    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 […]

    Free
  • Elements of Nature 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 […]

    Free
  • Sunset Yoga

    Rockefeller Park

    Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. All levels are welcome. Bring your own mat.

    Free
  • Coenties Slip: Changing American Art

    In mid-20th century New York, on a landfilled street of lower Manhattan—named after 17th century Dutch settlers—a group of artists changed American art forever. In this compelling book talk celebrating […]

    Free
  • Pick Up Pickleball

    Each Thursday the net at Esplanade Plaza will be lowered to allow for pickleball games, on a first come first serve basis.

    Free
  • Magical Birds of The Battery Art Extravaganza

    ixed-media workshop that invites children of all ages to learn about and craft their own versions of local bird species in The Battery. Workshops will be held in the Playscape […]

    Free
  • BPC North Neighborhood Walking Tour

    This tour will cover Battery Park City's north residential neighborhood, which was developed in several phases, beginning with Stuyvesant High School at the northeast edge and the esplanade and Rockefeller […]

    Free
  • Upcoming Event: Hudson Eats Piano Bar at Brookfield Place

    Brookfield Place

    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 […]

    Free
  • 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 […]

    Free
  • Oh God, the Sun Goes

    Reading. The sun has disappeared from the sky. No one can explain where it has gone, but one wayward traveler is determined to try. As our unnamed narrator begins his […]

  • Noa Havakook Trio

    Museum of Jewish Heritage

    Noa Havakook’s rich and brilliant voice captivates audiences and pushes the boundaries of jazz. Hear for yourself as Noa performs jazz standards and Israeli music backed by The Noa Havakook […]

    $10
  • Tai Chi

    Improve balance, strength and focus through gentle exercises.

    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
  • Curator’s Tour of Sky Marks Landmarks

    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 […]

    Free