Attractions and Museums

Learn About NYC’s 25-Year Transformation at 9/11 Memorial & Museum Event

This year, we commemorate 25 years since the September 11, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center. The neighborhood, city and world have changed tremendously since that fateful day, the change in part catalyzed by the tragic events. On Wednesday,...
Hot V-Day Date Idea: Take Bae to Mercer Labs

Hot V-Day Date Idea: Take Bae to Mercer Labs

Mercer Labs is offering a *hot* Valentine's Day package.

Salute 250 Years of ‘Common Sense’ at Fraunces Tavern

Salute 250 Years of ‘Common Sense’ at Fraunces Tavern

Thomas Paine's explosive pamphlet was first published on January 10, 1776.

Mercer Labs Collabs With Manga Hit “One Piece” 

Mercer Labs Collabs With Manga Hit “One Piece” 

This fall, Mercer Labs’ digital exhibition rooms have been transformed as part of a new collaboration with Toei Animation.

10 Unique Spots to Check Out During Open House NY

10 Unique Spots to Check Out During Open House NY

Open House New York takes place from Friday, October 17 through Sunday, October 19.

The BEAST Is Back

The BEAST Is Back

Downtown speed demons have a new adventure coming their way.

Introducing the NYC Revolutionary Trail Walking Tour Guide

Introducing the NYC Revolutionary Trail Walking Tour Guide

The Downtown Alliance teamed up with the City University of New York’s Gotham Center for New York City History to produce this walking tour guide.

Discover Lower Manhattan on Foot With a Free Jane’s Walk Tour This Weekend

Discover Lower Manhattan on Foot With a Free Jane’s Walk Tour This Weekend

Jane's Walk comprises free community-led in-person and virtual walking tours covering all aspects of New York City’s history.

Downtown for WITS (or Anything Else)? Scope Out These Partnering Businesses

Downtown for WITS (or Anything Else)? Scope Out These Partnering Businesses

These WITS partners have generously worked to make sure WITS attendees have the time of their lives in Lower Manhattan. 

A Night Owl’s Guide to the District 

A Night Owl’s Guide to the District 

These late-night spots will keep you occupied long after your workday ends.

Inside the Downtown Tavern Room Where Washington Once Bid Farewell to His Troops

Inside the Downtown Tavern Room Where Washington Once Bid Farewell to His Troops

To mark George Washington's birthday, we're remembering his farewell to the troops in the Long Room at Fraunces Tavern.

It’s Once Again Time to Sign Up for the 9/11 Museum’s Annual 5K

It’s Once Again Time to Sign Up for the 9/11 Museum’s Annual 5K

Mark your calendar for Sunday, April 27, when the 9/11 Memorial & Museum will hold its 13th commemoratory 5K run/walk.