NYC Parks Events Listing – Event Listing

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Up-Cycle-to-Art/Vintage and Steam Punk

2017-08-29T00:00:00.000

10:00

11:30

<p>Adults decorate and up-cycle your clean, empty cans and bottles with beautiful napkins, wrapping paper, and&nbsp;vintage images from home.</p><p>Participants should bring their own vintage party napkins, wrapping paper or magazine cut outs to apply to surfaces of the items they are up-cycling to art.&nbsp;Outside and inside of cans and bottles should be clean and free of labels and gummy residue.</p><p><strong>Schedule</strong></p><ul> <li>July: Decorative Cans/Vintage (bring your own clean cans from home)</li> <li>August: Up-cycle Wine Bottles/Vintage (bring your own clean bottles from home)</li> <li>September: Up-cycle Cardboard Books Steam Punk/Vintage. We will provide cardboard</li></ul>

Adults decorate and up-cycle your clean, empty cans and bottles with beautiful napkins, wrapping paper, and vintage images from home.

(718) 365-5516

Lucy.Aponte@parks.nyc.gov

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Binx the Clown Show at Fantasy Shore Amusement Park

2016-06-04T00:00:00.000

16:00

16:45

<p>Every Saturday during the summer months,&nbsp;Fantasy Shore Amusement Park&nbsp;offers free kid-friendly entertainment. The performances are at 2:00 p.m. and at 4:00 p.m.</p><p><strong>About Binx The Clown</strong><br />A local Staten Islander, Binx has been performing since 1999.&nbsp; Creating some of the funniest and most entertaining shows in New York City, Binx is excited to bring his show to Fantasy Shore.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p><strong>About Fantasy Shore</strong><br />Fantasy Shore Amusement Park&nbsp;is located in Midland Beach, Staten Island. With great views&nbsp;right on the beach path, this Amusement Park is home to the only roller-coaster in Staten Island, The &quot;Verrazano Viper&quot;, The Teaside Sea Cups, other attractions,&nbsp;and fun games.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Please note:&nbsp;</strong>Although the entertainment is free, there is a fee to ride the attractions&nbsp;and purchase items from the concession stand.</p>

Every Saturday during the summer months, Fantasy Shore Amusement Park offers free kid-friendly entertainment. The performances are at 2:00 p.m. and at 4:00 p.m.

(718) 788-2676

info@nycarousel.com

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Bryant Park Holiday Shops

2014-12-19T00:00:00.000

11:00

20:00

<p>Featuring more than 125 boutique-style shops in the park&#39;s tree-lined all&eacute;es, the Holiday Shops complete the park&#39;s transformation into a winter wonderland.</p><p>From distinctive apparel to jewelry, decorative goods, local foods, and much more, the Holiday Shops are the perfect place to find gifts for all &ndash; adults, kids, and even pets.</p><p><strong>Please note:</strong> The holiday shops open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Mondays through Fridays, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturdays, and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays.&nbsp;</p>

Featuring more than 125 boutique-style shops in the park's tree-lined allées, the Holiday Shops complete the park's transformation into a winter wonderland.

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2018 Senior Games Board Games Clinic

2018-02-05T00:00:00.000

10:00

12:00

<p>Play chess or checkers?&nbsp;Then come and test your skills at the <a href="/events/brooklyn-senior-games">2018 NYC Parks Senior Games</a> Board Games Clinic.</p><p>Learn the correct rules and challenge others in mini tournaments&nbsp;to get prepared for the Brooklyn Senior Games.</p><p><strong>Please note:</strong>&nbsp;The first day of this clinic&nbsp;is free. After the first day, a&nbsp;recreation center membership&nbsp;is required to participate in the clinic.</p>

Got skills and are 50+ years old? Get prepared for the Senior Games with our board games clinic at Red Hook Recreation Center.

(718) 722-3211

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Please note: </strong>the first day of the clinic is free. To participate in the clinic after the first day, you&#39;ll need a <a href="/programs/recreation-centers/membership">Recreation Center Membership</a>

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Spring Scavenger Hunt

2017-06-03T00:00:00.000

12:00

16:00

<p>Join us for a fun-filled day of obstacle courses, music, a scavenger hunt, face painting, and more!</p><p>For accessibility information, please call Gabriela Padewska by Thursday,&nbsp;June 1&nbsp;at (718) 393-7370.</p><p>Sponsored by Council Member Donovan J. Richards</p><p>This event was origianlly scheduled for May 13.</p>

Join us for a fun-filled day of obstacle courses, music, a scavenger hunt, face painting, and more!

(718) 393-7370

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Field Trip Destination: The South Pole at Wards Point, Staten Island

2018-10-22T00:00:00.000

07:00

19:00

<p>Explore New York City&#39;s and New York State&#39;s <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/40%C2%B029'46.0%22N+74%C2%B014'53.7%22W/@40.4961151,-74.250431,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m13!1m6!3m5!1s0x89c3cabd956a53a9:0xc8e47baf1b8c9386!2sConference+House+Park!8m2!3d40.5010869!4d-74.2516134!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d40.4961109!4d-74.248237">southernmost point</a>: The &quot;South Pole&quot; at Wards Point within Conference House Park. The geographical southern tip of the State overlooks the confluences of the Raritan Bay, Raritan River, and Arthur Kill water bodies.</p><p>The three&nbsp;miles of nearby natural shoreline are a beach comber&rsquo;s paradise. Shells, rocks, and stones of every shape and size can be found here. Just a short distance to the north of the South Pole are the park&rsquo;s clay colored bluffs&nbsp;where you can view city&rsquo;s only exposed portion of the terminal moraine.</p><p>Not to be missed are the park&rsquo;s other attractions: acres of woodland, four galleries, and five historic houses!</p>

The geographical southern tip of the State overlooks the confluences of the Raritan Bay, Raritan River, and Arthur Kill water bodies.

john.kilcullen@parks.nyc.gov

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Evening Yoga

2017-07-27T00:00:00.000

18:30

19:30

<p>Enjoy yoga on the lawn select Thursday evenings. Participants should bring a mat, dress appropriately, and expect to be outside unless precipitation or excessive humidity occurs. Classes are offered in partnership with&nbsp;Yoga Haven. All levels welcome.</p>

Enjoy yoga on the lawn select Thursday evenings.

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$25/$15 Wave Hill Member. Pre-registration recommended, online or onsite at the Perkins Visitor Center.

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Exhibition: Chroma Botanica: Ellie Irons & Linda Stillman

2016-06-07T00:00:00.000

09:00

17:00

3rd floor

<p><em>Chroma Botanica: Ellie Irons &amp; Linda Stillman</em> showcases the work of two artists that use natural plant pigments in their artwork to explore wild and cultivated environments, as well as the complex relationships between people and plants. The show includes the artists&rsquo; ongoing personal work, as well as new companion pieces that utilize plant life and research gathered in New York City parks and public spaces over the past year.&nbsp;</p><p>This exhibition is free&nbsp;and open to the public.</p><p><em><strong>The Arsenal building elevator is currently out of service. We appologize for the inconvenience. </strong></em></p>

Chroma Botanica: Ellie Irons & Linda Stillman showcases the work of two artists that use natural plant pigments in their artwork.

(212) 360-8163

artandantiquities@parks.nyc.gov

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Nature Center Adventures

2018-07-13T00:00:00.000

11:00

12:00

<p>Join our Adventure Guides, who lead free nature-related programs at our Nature Centers this summer.</p><p>Nature Center Adventures connect New Yorkers of all ages to the natural world.&nbsp;Nature Center&nbsp;Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts and games, and&nbsp;getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.</p><p>Programs vary by location.</p>

Nature Center Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts and games, and getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.

(212) 304-2277

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Fall Citywide Stewardship Day: Staten Island

2016-10-22T00:00:00.000

09:00

13:00

<p>Tree care and stewardship are critical steps to ensuring the survival of our urban forest. Join the Stewardship Team on Saturday, October 22&nbsp;for a day dedicated to service to our urban parkland. We will be hosting opportunities in all five boroughs for individuals, groups, and families to come out and help care for our urban forests.</p><p>Volunteers will be trained in identifying and removing harmful flora that threaten our native young trees and shrubs, and provide protection for years to come.</p><p>Please do not wear opened-toed shoes or sandals. Please wear either boots or durable sneakers only. Long pants are highly recommended. Please wear clothes that can get muddy or dirty.</p><p>Space is limited and registration is required for this event. To sign up, please visit <a href="https://www.nycgovparks.org/reg/stewardship/2379">Fall Citywide Stewardship Day registration page</a>.&nbsp;</p>

We will be hosting opportunities in all five boroughs for individuals, groups, and families to come out and help care for our urban forests.

(718) 392-5232 ext. 127

gabriella.cappo@parks.nyc.gov

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In The Wings Productions: Gypsy

2015-11-14T00:00:00.000

20:00

22:00

<p>The musical is based on the memoirs of&nbsp;Gypsy Rose Lee, the&nbsp;famous striptease&nbsp;artist, and her mother, Rose, the ultimate&nbsp;show business mother. After her daughter&nbsp;June (her first choice for stardom) elopes,&nbsp;Mama Rose turns her attention to her&nbsp;older, less talented daughter, Louise, who&nbsp;eventually becomes a burlesque stripper&nbsp;named Gypsy Rose Lee.</p>

The musical is based on the memoirs of Gypsy Rose Lee, the famous striptease artist, and her mother, Rose, the ultimate show business mother. After her…

(718) 425-3525

info@snug-harbor.org

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Ticket prices are $25, $27 and $30.

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Claremont in Motion Bike Ride

2017-08-19T00:00:00.000

10:00

12:00

Meet at the Claremont Neighborhood Center to pick up a bike.

<p>Come out on Saturdays for our Bike Ride Program!</p><ul> <li>Free bike riding classes and bike skills training</li> <li>Explore exciting Bronx sites: Concrete Plant Park, Starlight Park, Crotona Park, Drew Playground, and Gouverneur Playground</li> <li>Physical activity for family and adults of all ages: 10 years&nbsp;and older</li></ul><p><strong>Please note: </strong></p><ul> <li>Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian to sign waiver but they can ride with group</li> <li>Adults must be present to sign waiver and get fitted for a bicycle helmet</li></ul><p>For more information, or to check for cancellations, call Mr. James at (347) 261-1764</p><p>This event is rain or shine.</p>

Join us on Saturdays for our Bike Riding Program, featuring bike riding classes, fun activities for families, and more!

(347) 261-1764

jamesmjames@gmail.com

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Films on the Green: April and the Extraordinary World

2016-07-08T00:00:00.000

20:30

22:30

<p><a href="http://frenchculture.org/film-tv-and-new-media/festivals/films-green-2016">Films on the Green 2016</a> presents French animation <strong><em>April and the Extraordinary World</em></strong> in Riverside Park on July 8, 2016.<br /><br /><strong>Avril et le Monde Truque</strong> directed by Christian Desmares &amp; Franck Ekinci, 2015, 1h43<br />Ages 8 &amp; up</p><p>Paris, 1941. A family of scientists is on the brink of discovering a powerful longevity serum when all of a sudden a mysterious force abducts them, leaving their young daughter April behind. Ten years later, April (voiced by Academy Award nominee Marion Cotillard) lives alone with her dear cat, Darwin, and carries on her family&rsquo;s research in secret. But she soon finds herself at the center of a shadowy and far-reaching conspiracy, and on the run from government agents, bicycle-powered dirigibles and cyborg rat spies. Undaunted, she continues her quest to find her parents and discover the truth behind their disappearance.</p><p>Presented in partnership with the <a href="http://nyicff.org/">New York International Children&rsquo;s Film Festival</a></p><p>Music by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/WHCSRadio/?fref=ts">WHCS DJ</a> prior to the screening!</p><p><em>Films in French with English subtitles<br />FREE and open to the public</em></p>

Films on the Green 2016 presents French animation April and the Extraordinary World in Riverside Park on July 8, 2016. Ages 8 & up.

(212) 439-1425

filmsonthegreen@face-foundation.org

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Seniors Fitness in Inwood Hill Park

2016-10-17T00:00:00.000

10:00

12:00

<p>Seniors Fitness offers free tennis lessons, yoga instruction, and fitness walking in parks across New York City.<br /><br />Just like City Parks Foundation&rsquo;s free sports, arts, and education programs for kids and communities throughout New York City, CityParks Seniors Fitness aims to keep neighborhood parks a great place for community activity. Even in moderate amounts, exercise can help us feel better, maintain or lose weight, reduce risk of heart disease and diabetes, and minimize the symptoms of arthritis. No matter how old we are, our bodies always benefit from physical activity. All equipment and instruction is provided free of charge.</p><p>Yoga - M/W - 11AM&nbsp;</p><p>Tennis - T/TH - 10AM</p>

Seniors Fitness offers free tennis lessons, yoga instruction, and fitness walking in parks across New York City. Just like City Parks Foundation’s free sports, arts, and…

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Sports@CityParksFoundation.org

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Lefferts Historic House: 2nd Floor Tours

2013-11-23T00:00:00.000

13:00

16:30

<p> <span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">View significant artifacts from 19th-century family life and walk into a fully furnished 1820s bedroom. </span></p><p> <span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Also view a new exhibit about the Lefferts family genealogy. The exhibit features a family tree and rare objects from the museum collection that tell the story of notable Lefferts family members.&nbsp;</span></p>

Explore the unique architecture of Lefferts Historic House on this special tour.

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$3 suggested donation

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Nature Center Adventures

2017-07-08T00:00:00.000

12:00

13:00

<p>Join our Adventure Guides, who lead free nature-related programs at our Nature Centers this summer!</p><p>Nature Center Adventures connect New Yorkers of all ages to the natural world.&nbsp;Nature Center&nbsp;Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts and games, and&nbsp;getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.</p><p>Programs vary by location.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Nature Center Adventure programs include scavenger hunts, nature crafts and games, and getting up close and personal with our nature center animals.

(718) 421-2021

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Street Types: Turn of the Century Portraiture By Alice Austen

2013-04-12T00:00:00.000

11:00

17:00

<div> This show explores the portraits Alice Austen made on the streets of Manhattan at the turn of the last century. Her curious work captured the faces of New York City&rsquo;s working class, as the population exploded with an influx of new immigrants, hoping to find the American Dream.&nbsp;</div><div></div><div> The Alice Austen House Museum is accessible to wheelchair users. &nbsp;There is a wheelchair ramp located in the rear of the museum.</div>

This show explores the portraits Alice Austen made on the streets of Manhattan at the turn of the last century.

(718) 816-4506

sara@aliceausten.org

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Boro-Linc Staten Island: Telling Stories of Our Neighborhood and Borough (Unit 2)

2017-05-10T00:00:00.000

17:30

19:30

<p>Enjoy free arts workshops for the whole family! Songwriting, art-making, storytelling, poetry, movement and puppetry collide in this series of hands-on workshops for kids and adults alike.</p><p>Join Lincoln Center Boro-Linc&rsquo;s Artist in Residence, Emma Alabaster, and special guest artists to learn about and share where we come from, where we live, and the futures we want to see. Come to meet your neighbors, connect with your family, inspire and be inspired by people of all ages. Most importantly, come to have fun!</p><p><strong>Unit 2: Where Are We?</strong><br />A creative telling of our neighborhoods and our borough through collage, soundscape, poetry, and interviewing.</p><p>No experience necessary. All workshops are free and open to the public. Dinner is provided free of charge.</p><p><strong>Registration</strong><br />We only have space for 25 participants, so sign up today! Participants are encouraged to commit to all dates in the unit. Please register <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/boro-linc-staten-island-exploring-family-and-cultural-history-with-art-unit-1-tickets-32591602360">here</a>.There will be a special performance event on May 27.</p>

Enjoy free arts workshops for the whole family! Songwriting, art-making, storytelling, poetry, movement and puppetry collide in this series of hands-on workshops for kids and adults alike.

(718) 425-3515

msladek@snug-harbor.org

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Bronx Sports Extravaganza: Teen Fitness

2015-08-04T00:00:00.000

18:00

19:30

<p>Teens ages 13-17 are invited for free&nbsp;fitness instruction at St. James Recreation Center!&nbsp; Learn the basics of proper exercise and nutrition.&nbsp; No registration required!&nbsp; Drop in anytime.&nbsp; The program will take place both&nbsp;inside the center and outside in the field.</p><p>Instructional clinics are taking place until September at Hunts Point and St. James Recreation Centers in the Bronx.&nbsp; The season will culminate in a Sports Festival on Saturday, September 19, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at Hunts Point Recreation Center.</p><p>The Bronx Sports Extravaganza is sponsored by&nbsp;the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) and ESPN.&nbsp; Their Access to Sports&nbsp;Grant&nbsp;was provided to NYC Parks to expand youth sports opportunities through programming, infrastructure improvements and the supply of equipment.</p>

Teens ages 13-17 are invited for free fitness instruction at St. James Recreation Center!

(718) 367-3657

victor.campbell@parks.nyc.gov

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NYRR Open Run: Silver Lake Park

2018-08-19T00:00:00.000

09:00

10:00

Meet at the lake bridge, down the hill from the intersection of Victory Boulevard and Eddy Street.

<p>Open Run is a community-based, volunteer-led running&nbsp;initiative bringing free weekly runs and walks to local neighborhood parks, across all five boroughs of NYC.&nbsp;All runs are directed by volunteers and are free to all participants. The finish line is open until the last person is done. The courses vary based on the park, but the courses&nbsp;are between 2.5 and&nbsp;3 miles long.</p><p>Participants are encouraged to arrive 15 minutes before the start of the run and to leave their valuables at home &ndash; bag check is not provided. No need to do anything before the run, just show up. Open to all ages, experience levels, walkers, strollers, dogs: All are welcome!</p><p>This program is in coordination with&nbsp;NYC Parks&#39;&nbsp;Community Parks Initiative.</p>

Open Run is a community-based, volunteer-led running initiative bringing free weekly runs and walks to local neighborhood parks, across all five boroughs of NYC.

(212) 360-3300

Jules.Webster@parks.nyc.gov

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Ride The Carousel in Prospect Park

2013-05-16T00:00:00.000

12:00

17:00

<p> <span class="AWC-1448" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Located in the Park&rsquo;s &quot;Children&rsquo;s Corner,&quot; the Carousel features 51 magnificently carved horses, a lion, a giraffe, a deer, and two dragon-pulled chariots. Carved in 1912 by Charles Carmel, one of the foremost carousel designers of the time, and restored by the Prospect Park Alliance in 1990, the Carousel promises that classic summertime amusement will be available for generations of fun. In addition, the Prospect Park Carousel is one of the few in the world that is wheelchair accessible.</span></p>

Take a ride on the Park's beautiful 101 year-old carousel.

(718) 230-7637

info@prospectpark.org

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$2.00 per ride, $9 for a book of 5 ticket. Join the Prospect Park Alliance at the $125 level and your family (up to 4 people) will receive unlimited rides on the Carousel for a full year.

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Up-cycle to Art-Decorative Arts: Adults

2018-06-19T00:00:00.000

10:00

11:00

<p>Participants will bring their recyclable items to upcycle to art using various mediums to achieve a decorative affect. Please be aware a piece may take a few weeks to complete. Participants should bring an item they wish to work on (bottles, boxes, cans, containers, plastic, wood, carton). No soft plastics that crush or easily bend. Participants may take inspiration from the season or from art. Facilitator offers prompts, while allowing for individual expression.</p><p>April: Rain in a Bottle<br />May: Boxes and Things<br />June: Rock and Roll Diorama<br />&nbsp;</p>

Participants will bring their recyclable items to upcycle to art using various mediums to achieve a decorative affect.

(718) 365-5516

Lucy.Aponte@parks.nyc.gov

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Central Park Tour: Seneca Village

2015-05-09T00:00:00.000

14:00

15:15

<p>Seneca Village was an important community of predominantly African-American property owners, living in an area that now makes up part of Central Park. &nbsp;Join Central Park Conservancy guides on this tour to learn about the lives of Seneca Village&rsquo;s residents in the 1800s and the community&rsquo;s place in pre-Park New York City.</p><p>The tour route involves moderate inclines and a few stairs.&nbsp;Tour <a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/assets/images/tour/Seneca-Village-Tour-Start-Map.jpg">starts</a> and ends inside the park at 85th Street and Central Park West</p><p><strong>Space is limited</strong>; advance ticket purchase recommended. <strong>Tickets available on-site only with a credit card.</strong> Please arrive at the meeting location 15 minutes before the start of the tour to allow time for check in. Out of consideration for other guests we cannot accommodate those arriving after the start time.</p><p><strong>Ticket sales are final.</strong> Tours take place rain or shine, except in extreme weather conditions (heavy rain, sustained winds of 30 m.p.h. or more, snowstorms, and a wind chill below 25 degrees Fahrenheit or heat index above 95 degrees Fahrenheit).</p><p>Groups of seven or more must schedule a <a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/visit/tours/custom-tours/">custom tour</a> three weeks in advance at <a href="mailto:tours@centralparknyc.org">tours@centralparknyc.org</a>.</p><p>For the latest information or to see more dates for this tour, check the Central Park Conservancy&nbsp;<a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/events/">calendar</a>. Tour dates and times are subject to change without notice.</p>

Seneca Village was an important community of predominantly African-American property owners, living in an area that now makes up part of Central Park.

(212) 772-0288

tours@centralparknyc.org

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Tickets: $15 per person. Central Park Conservancy members: $10 per person.

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2018 Senior Games Cornhole Clinic

2018-04-04T00:00:00.000

09:00

10:00

<p>Got skills and are 50+ years old? Come out and get ready to prepare yourself&nbsp;for the 2018 <a href="/events/brooklyn-senior-games">Senior Games</a>, for seniors aged 50 and older. This new game brings more excitement along with healthy competition to this year&#39;s games.</p><p>Train with some of our best staff and challenge our members in competitions to help build your skills.</p>

Got skills and are 50+ years old? Train with some of our best staff and challenge our members in competitions to help build your skills.

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Please note: </strong>the first day of the clinic is free. To participate in the clinic after the first day, you&#39;ll need a <a href="/programs/recreation-centers/membership">Recreation Center Membership</a>

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Art Exhibit: Fish & Crushed Can Story- Mixed Media

2013-06-23T00:00:00.000

08:00

18:00

This mixed media exhibit by artist Iandry Randriamandroso is created from discarded, crushed aluminum cans found on the streets, and cardboard and burlap from local grocery, along with wordless hand-made books about a fish and a crushed can.&nbsp; This exhibit illustrates how growth is disrupted by invasive species, and is on display in the Visitor&amp;Administration Building Gallery.&nbsp; Free with Garden admission. &nbsp;

This mixed media exhibit by artist Iandry Randriamandroso illustrates how growth is disrupted by invasive species.

(718) 886-3800

rforlenza@queensbotanical.org

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Free with Garden admission ($4 adults, $3 seniors 62+, $2 for children 2-12 and students with ID)

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CityParks Seniors Fitness: Yoga

2013-10-28T00:00:00.000

11:00

12:00

207th St. and Seaman Ave

<p> City Parks Foundation welcomes all New Yorkers, 60 and over, to participate in <em>CityParks Seniors Fitness</em>. The Fall 2013 season of free fitness programs will begin the week of September 23^rd and will offer free tennis lessons, yoga instruction and fitness walking in 14 parks across the city.</p><p> All activities in this six&ndash;week fitness program take place twice a week at each location through November 1, 2013.&nbsp; Participants are encouraged to maintain regular attendance to maximize health benefits.</p><p> <em>CityParks Seniors Fitness</em> has served over 5,000 participants since it began in 2006 and aims to keep neighborhood parks a great place for community activity.&nbsp; The program encourages New Yorkers to maximize the health benefits of staying active at every age. Even in moderate amounts, exercise can help participants feel better, maintain or lose weight, reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes, and minimize the symptoms of arthritis.</p><p> All equipment and instruction is provided free of charge.</p>

City Parks Foundation welcomes all New Yorkers, 60 and over, to participate in CityParks Seniors Fitness.

info@cityparksfoundation.org

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Bryant Park Juggling

2014-05-17T00:00:00.000

12:00

15:00

Various locations within Bryant Park. Please check www.bryantpark.org for more details.

<p> Test your coordination and dexterity with free juggling lessons. All skills are welcome and equipment is provided.&nbsp;</p>

Test your coordination and dexterity with free juggling lessons. All skills are welcome and equipment is provided.

(212) 768-4242

bpc@urbanmgt.com

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Learn to Ride-Adults

2016-06-18T00:00:00.000

11:00

13:00

<p>Learn to Ride&mdash;Adults is a free class for adults and mature teens who are ready to ride. It doesn&rsquo;t matter if you&rsquo;re 18 or 80, we&rsquo;ll get you rolling in no time. With our&nbsp;safe, easy, effective method, Learn to Ride students learn how to balance, pedal, start, stop, and steer a bike, as well as adjust a helmet for proper fit. Most people learn to ride in one session, but even if they don&rsquo;t, they&rsquo;ll leave equipped with an easy, low-stress way to teach themselves&mdash;or, they can join us for another free class!</p>

With our safe, easy, effective method, Learn to Ride students learn how to balance, pedal, start, stop, and steer a bike, as well as adjust a helmet for proper fit.

(212) 870-2080

info@bike.nyc

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Summer Stargazing

2018-08-09T00:00:00.000

19:00

21:30

<p>Prepare for the Perseid meteor shower, this summer&rsquo;s most anticipated celestial show! Look up and get ready for an out-of-this-world experience with&nbsp;Irene Pease, sidewalk astronomer and science educator.</p><p>Learn what it takes to be an amateur astronomer in New York City, get oriented to the night sky, test out a telescope in the garden, and observe the starry night high above Wave Hill.</p><p>This program is rain or shine, with an indoor presentation only in the case of rain.&nbsp;Adults and children aged 12 and older are&nbsp;welcome.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

Prepare for the Perseid meteor shower, this summer’s most anticipated celestial show! Look up and get ready for an out-of-this-world experience an astronomer and science educator.

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$25. Wave Hill Members save 10%. Registration required, online or onsite at the Perkins Visitor Center. Space is limited.

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NYRR Open Run: Astoria Park

2017-09-23T00:00:00.000

09:00

10:00

Meet near the track, next to the bathrooms.

<p>Open Run is a community-based, volunteer-led running&nbsp;initiative bringing free weekly runs and walks to local neighborhood parks, across all five boroughs of NYC.&nbsp;All runs are directed by volunteers and are free to all participants. The finish line is open until the last person is done. The courses vary based on the park, but the courses&nbsp;are between 2.5 and&nbsp;3 miles long.</p><p>Participants are encouraged to arrive 15 minutes before the start of the run and to leave their valuables at home &ndash; bag check is not provided. No need to do anything before the run, just show up. Open to all ages, experience levels, walkers, strollers, dogs: All are welcome!</p><p>This program is in coordination with <a href="/about/framework-for-an-equitable-future/community-parks-initiative">NYC Parks&#39;&nbsp;Community Parks Initiative</a>.</p>

Open Run is a community-based, volunteer-led running initiative bringing free weekly runs and walks to local neighborhood parks, across all five boroughs of NYC.

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Moonshine

2013-03-27T00:00:00.000

19:00

20:30

<div> Enjoy the night as a ranger guides you along the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge trail on a full moon night. Please wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather.&nbsp;</div><div> You are welcome to bring a flashlight. Rain date, Thursday, March 28.</div>

Enjoy the night as a ranger guides you along the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge trail on a full moon night.

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Cabaret Night: "All That Jazz"

2017-04-08T00:00:00.000

19:30

22:00

<p>The Conference House Association presents its annual Cabaret Night: &quot;All That Jazz&quot;, featuring The Jazz Union performing at the historic Conference House Colonial Kitchen in Conference House Park. Join us as we light up the evening with&nbsp;great music.</p><p><strong>Tickets</strong><br />Ticksts cost&nbsp;$30.00 (pre-payment required) and includes hors d&#39;oeuvres, &quot;jazzed up&quot; punch, dessert, coffee and tea. Proceeds help to support Conference House Museum. Payment is due by Wednesday, April 5. Please purchase tickets at&nbsp;<a href="http://conferencehouse.eventbrite.com">conferencehouse.eventbrite.com</a>, or make checks payable to&nbsp;Conference House Association and mail to CHA Office, 298 Satterlee Street, Staten Island, NY 10307.</p>

Join us as we light up the evening with great music.

(718) 984 - 6046

admin@conferencehouse.org

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Ticksts cost $30.00 (pre-payment required) and includes hors d'oeuvres, "jazzed up" punch, dessert, coffee and tea.

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Sit Aerobics

2014-04-07T00:00:00.000

11:15

12:15

A seated exercise class that raises the heart rate and improves balance with minimal impact on joints.&nbsp; Recreation Center membership is required to participate.

A seated exercise class that raises the heart rate and improves balance with minimal impact on joints. Recreation Center membership is required to participate.

(212) 387-7687

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Recreation Center membership is required.

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Central Park Tour: Heart of the Park

2015-03-08T00:00:00.000

14:00

15:30

<p>Visit some of the park&#39;s most famous landmarks, including Conservatory Water, Bethesda Terrace, and the Lake, on this east-to-west tour led by Central Park Conservancy guides.</p><p>The tour route involves a few stairs.&nbsp;Tour starts in front of the Samuel F. B. Morse statue (inside the Park at 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue), and ends at 72nd Street and Central Park West</p><p>Tours take place rain or shine, except in extreme weather conditions (heavy rain, sustained winds of 30 m.p.h. or more, snowstorms, and a wind chill below 25 degrees Fahrenheit or heat index above 95 degrees Fahrenheit).</p><p>Groups of seven or more must schedule a&nbsp;<a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/visit/tours/custom-tours/">custom tour</a>&nbsp;three weeks in advance at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:tours@centralparknyc.org">tours@centralparknyc.org</a>.</p><p>For the latest information or to see more dates for this tour, check the Central Park Conservancy&nbsp;<a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/events/">calendar</a>. Tour dates and times are subject to change without notice.</p>

Visit some of the park's most famous landmarks, including Conservatory Water, Bethesda Terrace, and the Lake, on this east-to-west tour led by Central Park Conservancy guides.

(212) 794-6564

tours@centralparknyc.org

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Central Park Tour: Discovery Walk for Families: Towering Trees - The North Woods

2018-11-12T00:00:00.000

14:00

15:30

Charles A. Dana Discovery Center, 110th Street between Lenox and Fifth Avenues

<p>Take a hike through the North Woods and learn how to tell a maple from an oak! Discover how trees - from seeds and leaves to logs - contribute to the health of an urban park woodland community.</p><p>Bring your family for a guided walk and discover why Central Park is a sanctuary for plants, animals, and humans alike. Learn about the architecture, landscapes, and ecosystems of the Park through hands-on exploration using Discovery Kits &ndash; rugged backpacks filled with kid-friendly binoculars, field guides, and hand lenses.</p><p><strong>Details</strong></p><p><strong>Meet:</strong> <a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/things-to-see-and-do/attractions/charles-a-dana-discovery-center.html?utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=cpc-engagement&amp;utm_campaign=2018_spring_tours&amp;utm_content=nycparks&amp;s_src=2018_spring_tours&amp;s_subsrc=nycparks">Charles A. Dana Discovery Center</a> (inside the Park at 110th Street between Fifth and Lenox Avenues). <a href="http://assets.centralparknyc.org/images/tours/maps/Dana_Start_Map.jpg?utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=cpc-engagement&amp;utm_campaign=2018_spring_tours&amp;utm_content=nycparks&amp;s_src=2018_spring_tours&amp;s_subsrc=nycparks">Map of start location</a><br /><strong>Terrain: </strong>Uneven, with hills and stairs<br /><strong>Length of Tour: </strong>Approximately 90 minutes<br /><strong>Cost: </strong>Free. Space is limited, <a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/events/parent-events/discovery-walks-for-families-towering-trees.html?utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=cpc-engagement&amp;utm_campaign=2018_spring_tours&amp;utm_content=nycparks&amp;s_src=2018_spring_tours&amp;s_subsrc=nycparks">registration required</a>.&nbsp; Families with children ages 5+ only; no groups, please. Please arrive at walk location 15 minutes before the start of the Discovery Walk to allow time for check in and to pick up Discovery Kits.</p><p>For weather cancellation and other ticket policies, please review our&nbsp;<a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/tours/tour-faq.html?utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=cpc-engagement&amp;utm_campaign=2018_spring_tours&amp;utm_content=nycparks&amp;s_src=2018_spring_tours&amp;s_subsrc=nycparks">Tours Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)</a>.</p>

Take a hike through the North Woods and learn how to tell a maple from an oak! Discover how trees - from seeds and leaves to logs - contribute to the health of an urban park.

(212) 310-6600

tours@centralparknyc.org

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Free. Space is limited, registration required. Families with children ages 5+ only; no groups, please. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the Discovery Walk to allow time for check in.

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Sound Performance: Weather Language with Audra Wolowiec at the STRATA Exhibit

2014-04-14T00:00:00.000

18:00

20:00

<p> In conjunction with the Arsenal Gallery exhibition STRATA, artist Audra Wolowiec will present the sound installation <em>Weather Language</em>.</p><p> The sound piece will be composed of a mixture of found sounds and vocal interventions that are sensitive to both the Arsenal site and the city at large. Wolowiecs&rsquo; voice will overlap with the voices of strangers she encountered while walking through the city, creating a sound environment that is as subtle and ambiguous as the weather.</p>

In conjunction with the Arsenal Gallery exhibition STRATA, artist Audra Wolowiec will present the sound installation Weather Language at the Arsneal.

(212) 360-8163

artandantiquities@parks.nyc.gov

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A Storybook Christmas at Bartow-Pell

2013-12-21T00:00:00.000

12:00

16:00

Delight in Christmas trees throughout the mansion decorated by artists and designers inspired by contemporary children&rsquo;s Christmas storybooks. On view during public hours.

Delight in Christmas trees throughout the mansion decorated by artists and designers inspired by contemporary children’s Christmas storybooks. On view during public hours.

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$5 adults; $3 students & seniors; members free

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Bryant Park Tai Chi

2016-09-13T00:00:00.000

07:30

08:30

<p>Enjoy free Tai Chi classes in the park.&nbsp;</p><p>Bryant Park Tai Chi is provided by the&nbsp;Tai Chi Chuan Center&nbsp;and led by teachers and students who train at&nbsp;CK Chu Tai Chi&nbsp;under the direction of Jeremy Hubbell.<br /><br />Classes are rain or shine. All ages and levels of experience are welcome.&nbsp;</p>

Enjoy free Tai Chi classes in the park. All ages and levels of experience are welcome.

bpc@urbanmgt.com

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Bryant Park Presents: Shakespeare: The Tempest

2017-09-09T00:00:00.000

19:00

21:00

<p>Join us on the lawn for a full production of The Tempest. Produced by the Drilling Company.</p><p>Friday performances are part of Bryant Park Presents&#39;s Friday Picnics, featuring over 100 blankets free to borrow,&nbsp;food vendors from the Hester Street Fair, and beer and wine also available for purchase.</p>

Join us on the lawn for a full production of The Tempest. Produced by the Drilling Company.

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Competitive Rowing Camp

2017-07-20T00:00:00.000

07:00

09:00

<p>For experienced* high school rowers, ages 14 to 18, this summer-long competitive camp meets five&nbsp;days a week, Mondays through Fridays, from 7:00 a.m.&nbsp;&ndash; 9:00 a.m., on the historic Harlem River.</p><p>Athletes train with experienced coaches from a variety of competitive collegiate rowing programs. Rowing is a great way to distinguish your child&rsquo;s college resume, and our seasoned coaches are always available as a resource to discuss rowing at a higher level. We work on enhancing rowing skills and technique in both sweep and sculling boats.</p><p>Along with rigorous training, participants compete in select regattas throughout the summer season. For those who are considering rowing at the collegiate level, this camp is the perfect addition to develop their talent.</p><p>*Previous rowing experience is defined as at least 10 months of previous rowing experience and/or race experience in at least four&nbsp;high school-level regattas. All participants are selected for this program at our coaches discretion.</p>

Athletes train with experienced coaches from a variety of competitive collegiate rowing programs. Along with rigorous training, participants compete in select regattas throughout the summer season.

(718) 433-3075

teichler@rownewyork.org

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$1,000

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Summer in the Square: CrossFit Bootcamp with Brick New York

2014-07-17T00:00:00.000

18:00

18:45

<p> Get moving this summer with <a data-mce-="" href="http://bricknewyork.com/">Brick New York&rsquo;s</a> CrossFit Bootcamp every Thursday evening at 6 p.m. in the North Plaza of Union Square Park. Utilizing CrossFit methodology throughout their training, this 45-minute class focuses on wellness and fitness with results in mind, helping you reach new heights in personal fitness. The workouts are tailored for any age and fitness level.</p><p> (Free: Please check website to confirm event)</p>

Utilizing CrossFit methodology throughout their training, this 45-minute class focuses on wellness and fitness with results in mind, helping you reach new heights in personal fitness.

info@unionsquarenyc.org

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Mother's Day Brunch

2015-05-10T00:00:00.000

11:30

12:30

<p>Celebrate the mothers in your life at a festive Mother&#39;s Day Brunch in historic Wave Hill House. Seatings at&nbsp;11:30 am, noon, 12:30 pm.</p>

Celebrate the mothers in your life at a festive Mother's Day Brunch in historic Wave Hill House. Seatings at 11:30 am, noon, 12:30 pm.

(718) 549-3200

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Brunch is $45 per person, excluding tax, gratuity and admission to the grounds. Wave Hill Member price is $40. The deadline for reservations is noon on Thursday, May 7. Please provide your Wave Hill Member number in your reservation request. Reservations may be made by calling 718.549.3200 x395 or emailing wavehillreservations@greatperformances.com; you will be provided with a secured credit card payment link to purchase tickets online. Please note that payment will not be accepted day-of.

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Holiday Tree Lighting

2013-12-08T00:00:00.000

16:00

17:00

Join the East Village Parks Conservancy and the Tompkins Square Park Neighborhood Coalition for the lighting of the holiday tree in celebration of the season.&nbsp;

Join the East Village Parks Conservancy and the Tompkins Square Park Neighborhood Coalition for the lighting of the holiday tree in celebration of the season.

(212) 533-6452

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Evergreen Trees

2017-12-02T00:00:00.000

11:00

12:00

<p>Learn about the trees that remain green throughout the year.&nbsp;Paint a small wooden tree to&nbsp;take home and enjoy for the coming winter season.</p><p>This event is best for kids&nbsp;ages 4-8 with chaperone.</p>

Learn about the trees that remain green throughout the year. Paint a small wooden tree to take home and enjoy for the coming winter season. Ages 4-8 with chaperone.

(718) 351-3450

naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org

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$8 per person for non-members/ $6 Greenbelt conservancy members.

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Bryant Park Games

2014-08-17T00:00:00.000

11:00

19:00

<p> Take a break with an eclectic selection of favorite tabletop games for free. From Scrabble and mancala to dominoes and Jenga. Visit bryantpark.org to find weekly Game Socials and Clinics for Board and Party Games, Mah Jongg, and more.&nbsp;</p><p></p>

Take a break with an eclectic selection of favorite tabletop games for free. From Scrabble and mancala to dominoes and Jenga. Visit bryantpark.org to find weekly Game Socials and…

(212) 768-4242

bpc@urbanmgt.com

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FLOW.16 Art Tour

2016-06-25T00:00:00.000

14:00

15:30

<p>FLOW is an annual art exhibition at the park&#39;s southern end. Randall&#39;s Island Park Alliance&rsquo;s goal is to foster appreciation of the shoreline through artistic expression, while calling visitors to interact with and care for the Island&rsquo;s environment. Each year, FLOW features site-specific projects by participants in the Bronx Museum&rsquo;s Artists in the Marketplace (AIM) program for emerging artists. Come meet the artists and hear more about their inspirations and challenges in creating these unique pieces of outdoor public art.</p><p><strong>Artists</strong></p><ul> <li><em>Football</em> - Michael Shultis</li> <li><em>Monument to a Missing Island</em> -&nbsp;Tim Clifford</li> <li><em>Hell Gate Cairns</em> -&nbsp;Samantha Holmes</li> <li><em>Spartan Follies</em> -&nbsp;Denise Treizman</li> <li><em>Untitled </em>-&nbsp;Tracie Hervy</li></ul>

Come meet the artists and hear more about their inspirations and challenges in creating unique pieces of outdoor public art.

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Free Yoga at Washington Square Park

2018-09-05T00:00:00.000

08:30

09:30

<p>Get your yoga on in Washington Square Park this summer and fall with&nbsp;Sacred Sounds Yoga. Breathe, move, and stretch with us&nbsp;mornings at Garibaldi Plaza.</p><p>Please bring your own yoga mat.</p><p>Classes brought to you by the Washington Square Park Conservancy and&nbsp;NYC Parks.</p>

Get your yoga on in Washington Square Park this summer and fall with Sacred Sounds Yoga. Please bring your own yoga mat.

(212) 396-5873

emily@washingtonsquareparkconservancy.org

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Central Park Tour: Heart of the Park

2018-11-10T00:00:00.000

14:00

15:30

Inside the Park at 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue. Tour ends at 72nd Street and Central Park West.

<p>Walk straight through the heart of Central Park on this east-to-west tour led by Central Park Conservancy Guides. Enjoy a great variety of the scenic, sculptural, and architectural elements the Park has to offer. Highlights of this tour include: Conservatory Water, Loeb Boathouse, Bethesda Terrace, Bow Bridge, Cherry Hill, the Lake, and Strawberry Fields.</p><p><strong>Details</strong></p><p><strong>Meet: </strong>Samuel F. B. Morse statue (inside the Park at 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue). Tour ends at 72nd Street and Central Park West.&nbsp;<a href="http://assets.centralparknyc.org/images/tours/maps/Heart_of_the_Park_Start_Map.jpg?utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=cpc-engagement&amp;utm_campaign=2018_spring_tours&amp;utm_content=nycparks&amp;s_src=2018_spring_tours&amp;s_subsrc=nycparks">Map of start location</a><br /><strong>Terrain: </strong>A few inclines and some stairs.<br /><strong>Length of Tour:</strong>&nbsp;Approximately 90 minutes<br /><strong>Cost:</strong> Free. Space is limited; advance registration is suggested. No groups, please. <a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/events/parent-events/heart-of-park-tour.html?utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=cpc-engagement&amp;utm_campaign=2018_spring_tours&amp;utm_content=nycparks&amp;s_src=2018_spring_tours&amp;s_subsrc=nycparks">Register online</a>!&nbsp;</p><p>For weather cancellation and other ticket policies, please review our&nbsp;<a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/tours/tour-faq.html?utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=cpc-engagement&amp;utm_campaign=2018_spring_tours&amp;utm_content=nycparks&amp;s_src=2018_spring_tours&amp;s_subsrc=nycparks">Tours Frequently Asked Questions</a>&nbsp;(FAQ).</p><p>Groups of seven or more must schedule a group tour three weeks in advance at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:tours@centralparknyc.org?subject=Tour%20Inquiry%20from%20NYC%20Parks">tours@centralparknyc.org</a>.</p>

Visit some of the park's most famous landmarks, including Conservatory Water, Bethesda Terrace, and The Lake, on this east-to-west tour led by Central Park Conservancy guides.

(212) 310-6600

tours@centralparknyc.org

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Free. Register in advance for easiest check-in! (Pre-registration not required)

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Central Park Tour: Legendary Landmarks

2016-10-21T00:00:00.000

14:00

15:30

<p>From a nineteenth century &quot;castle&quot; to a 3,500-year-old Egyptian obelisk, Central Park Conservancy guides take you on a memorable 90-minute walk through some of Central Park&rsquo;s best-loved highlights.</p><p>Enjoy the sweeping vistas of the Great Lawn from Belvedere Castle. Learn how Turtle Pond got its name. And stroll east to the most ancient outdoor artifact in New York City.</p><p>The tour route involves moderate inclines and a few stairs. The tour <a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/assets/images/tour/Belvedere-Castle-Map.jpg">starts</a> and ends at Belvedere Castle (mid-Park at 79th Street).</p><p>For weather cancellation and other ticket policies, please review the Central Park Conservancy&nbsp;<a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/tours/guided-tours/tour-policies.html">policies </a>carefully.&nbsp;Groups of seven or more must schedule a <a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/tours/guided-tours/custom-tours.html">custom tour</a> three weeks in advance at <a href="mailto:tours@centralparknyc.org?subject=Tour%20Inquiry%20from%20NYC%20Parks">tours@centralparknyc.org</a>.&nbsp;For more information, please review our <a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/tours/guided-tours/tour-faq-test.html">Frequently Asked Questions</a> (FAQ).</p>

Join Central Park Conservancy guides on this tour of the area's best-loved attractions, including Belvedere Castle, the Great Lawn, Turtle Pond, and the 3,500-year-old Obelisk.

(212) 772-0288

tours@centralparknyc.org

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Tickets: $15 per person. Central Park Conservancy members: $10 per person.

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Central Park Tour: Northern Forts

2017-06-26T00:00:00.000

11:00

12:30

<p>Did you know that the north end of Central Park has a rich history that includes the British having been stationed here during the American Revolution, and American troops stationed there during the War of 1812? Recent archaeological and historical investigations in the area have revealed even more information about how the &quot;Fort Landscape&quot; was used in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, before this area was part of Central Park. This season, join our guides and learn the history of this part of the park, get insight into the studies in the area, and appreciate the recent restorations undertaken by the Conservancy.</p><p>Highlights of this tour include&nbsp;McGowan&#39;s Pass, Fort Clinton, Nutter&#39;s Battery, and the Harlem Meer.</p><p>The tour route involves many hills and stairs, and some uneven terrain. The tour <a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/assets/images/tour/Dana-Center-Map.jpg">starts</a> at Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (inside the park at 110th Street between Fifth and Lenox Avenues), and ends near the park perimeter at 106th Street and Fifth Avenue.</p><p>For weather cancellation and other ticket policies, please review the Central Park Conservancy&#39;s <a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/tours/guided-tours/tour-policies.html">policies </a>carefully.&nbsp;</p><p>Groups of seven or more must schedule a <a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/tours/guided-tours/custom-tours.html">custom tour</a> three weeks in advance at <a href="mailto:tours@centralparknyc.org?subject=Tour%20Inquiry%20from%20NYC%20Parks">tours@centralparknyc.org</a>.For more information, please review the&nbsp;<a href="http://www.centralparknyc.org/tours/guided-tours/tour-faq-test.html">Frequently Asked Questions</a>.</p>

See sites that played important strategic roles in the American Revolution and the War of 1812, and enjoy the stunning overlook to the Harlem Meer.

(212) 860-1370

tours@centralparknyc.org

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Tickets: $15 per person. Central Park Conservancy members: $10 per person.

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