Ghost Tours New York

Merchant House Museum Haunted Tour

Exploring the Ghosts of New York City's Elevated Railroads

Tickets: $39.98 (advance registration required) Click the link below to register for this event: [https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1998422950842](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1998422950842) From 1867-1955, four different elevated railroads (aka "Els") traversed Manhattan, which provided the first true rapid transit to a city choked by traffic. From Civic Center to Chinatown and Little Italy to the Lower East Side, it's time to hit the streets and uncover the story of the long-departed transit routes that defined 19th-century NYC — and the hidden-in-plain-sight remnants that are still standing over 100 years later. Join [New York Adventure Club](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/) as we explore the downtown Manhattan remnants of the former elevated railroads that ran between Brooklyn and Manhattan — from the downtown portions of the 2nd Avenue and 3rd Avenue Elevated Railroads to the trains that ran across the Brooklyn Bridge. Led by NYC Tour Guide Michael Morgenthal, our experience surrounding the Els of the past will include: * **How the Els came to be**, and how they radically transformed neighborhoods such as the Civic Center, Chinatown, Little Italy, and the Lower East Side * **The story of Allen Street**, which was widened in the 1930s in part to alleviate the dirt, noise, and shadows caused by the elevated trains * **A discussion around the trains that ran across the Brooklyn Bridge**, and how they influenced the design of the Municipal Building near City Hall * A brief **trip inside the NYC subway system to uncover secrets** of its transit history (MetroCard swipe or OMNY card tap needed) * **The great transfer points that once existed** including the City Hall Elevated spur and Chatham Square, the latter of which caused chaos and confusion for those looking to transfer between these two lines — for a fee! * **A walk past the ghosts of the Elevated**, including a Manhattan power station hiding in plain sight See you there! \*Since this tour access the subway system, a MetroCard swipe or credit card / OMNY card tap will be needed to enter the subway system \*\*Please bring a water bottle and comfortable pair of shoes as we’ll be doing a lot of walking! \*\*\*The tour ends at the corner of Grand and Allen Streets Disclaimer Event takes place rain or shine. By attending a New York Adventure Club experience, you accept our [terms of service](https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms). Categories: In-Person, Neighborhood Tours

Midtown Architecture and History Tour: From Pre-War to Art Deco to Modern

RSVPs open up on Sunday, September 13th at 4:00pm, Space is set aside for new group members, first and 2nd timers who land on the waiting list. Email me at hankorenstein@gmail.com to request a spot AFTER you land on the waiting list. This tour is free with a welcome donation to your guide at the end via cash, Venmo or Zelle. **Overview** Strolling the Midtown East area of Manhattan helps tell the story of the changes in architecture styles transitioned away from early 20th century European pre-war to Art Deco and then by the 1950’s to modern and international styles. We’ll stop by many interesting and distinctive buildings including the American Radiator Building, Chanin Building, Socony Mobil Building, Chrysler Building, Daily News Building, Ford Foundation, the spectacular GE Building on Lexington Avenue, and of course the monumental Rockefeller Center and a personal favorite, the Fred French Building on 5th Avenue. Along the way we'll dive into the history of midtown Manhattan and the Turtle Bay neighborhood of the East 40s and 50s. **Restrooms before the tour:** The Library is open on Sunday and has restrooms.

Exploring the Grand Mansions & Hidden Histories of Park Slope

Tickets: $39.98 (advance registration required) Click the link below to register for this event: [https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1996638515548](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1996638515548) Beyond the Manhattan skyline lies a neighborhood where Brooklyn’s grandest homes quietly rival the Gilded Age mansions of Fifth Avenue. How did Park Slope’s tree-lined enclave become one of New York’s crown jewels of historic architecture and civic pride? It’s time to hit the streets and uncover the timeless beauty of this iconic neighborhood. Join [New York Adventure Club](http://www.nyadventureclub.com "http://www.nyadventureclub.com") for a stroll through Park Slope, Brooklyn, a neighborhood shaped by industrial magnates, master architects, and the sweeping beauty of Prospect Park. Led by licensed New York City Tour Guide Ann McDermott, this unique experience will include: * **A walk past the historic Montauk Club**, featuring Venetian-inspired architecture and friezes of George Washington and Native Americans * **A look at the famous "Chicklet House,"** once home to the creator of Chicklets gum and said to be haunted by lingering spirits * **An overview of C.P.H. Gilbert’s early residential works**, showcasing the designs of the architect behind some of Manhattan’s most iconic buildings * **A glimpse at the corner where Charles Feltman, inventor of the Coney Island Hot Dog, lived**, along with historic photos of his grand estate * **Stories of Park Slope’s incredible homes along Prospect Park West**, and the rich history behind them, including presidential visits and notable developers See you there! \*Please bring a water bottle and comfortable pair of shoes as we’ll be on our feet for the duration of the experience \*\*This tour concludes at Park Place and 7th Avenue, around the corner from the 7th Avenue station (Q / B Train) next to Antionio’s wonderful Brooklyn pizza place **About Ann** Ann McDermott, was born and raised in Park Slope. She spent her childhood exploring Prospect Park and going to the Grand Army Plaza library, the Brooklyn Museum, the Botanic Gardens and of course Zoo. She'll give you a unique insight into a bit of the history of the neighborhood as well as how lovely it was to have friends who lived in some of those mansions. Disclaimer Event takes place rain or shine. By attending a New York Adventure Club experience, you accept our [terms of service](https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms "https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms"). Categories: In-Person, Neighborhood Tours

Unlocking Private Gilded Age Mausoleums @ Woodlawn Cemetery

Tickets: $45.25 (advance registration required) Click the link below to officially register for this experience: [https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1998423257760](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1998423257760) Step inside some of the country’s most opulent family mausoleums that are rarely unlocked for the public...until now. Join New York Adventure Club for a behind-the-scenes experience at Woodlawn Cemetery, one of the largest cemeteries in New York City covering more than 400 acres and serving as the resting place for more than 300,000 people. Led by a Woodlawn Cemetery docent, our unique experience will include: * An overview of Woodlawn Cemetery, and how it became the favored cemetery of so many prominent NYC families from the late 1800s to early 1900s * An exploration of the cemetery’s grounds to see some of its most notable mausoleums, sculptures, and landscapes * Special access inside Gilded Age family mausoleums including the incredibly ornate Harkness and Harbeck mausoleums, which contain everything from Tiffany glass pieces to Italian marble Our experience will conclude at the picnic tables behind the main office, so feel free to bring your lunch or a snack! Click here to see pictures from one of our last trips to Woodlawn Cemetery! See you there! \*Please bring water and a comfortable pair of shoes since we’ll be walking across slightly uneven surfaces on the cemetery grounds Disclaimer Event takes place rain or shine. By attending a New York Adventure Club experience, you accept our terms of service. Categories: In-Person, Neighborhood Tours

Indigenous People's Day Tour of Historic Lower Manhattan and the Birth of NYC!

***Note change in start time from 11am to 3pm*. This 2-hour tour is especially recommended for people new to NYC or unfamiliar with our indigenous people's history!** RSVPs open on Sunday, September 27th at 8:30pm. Space is set aside for new group members, first and second timers and real estate clients who land on the waiting list. Email me at hankorenstein@gmail.com to request a spot AFTER you have RSVPd. This tour is free with an optional donation to your organizer and guide at the end via cash, venmo or zelle. . The museum is free to visit and is open from 10am - 5pm. **MEETING PLACE:** Inside the Museum of the American Indian (pictured above). There is a large open space called the Rotunda on the main floor where we will meet. **There is a worthwhile exhibit on view which will enhance your understanding of our tour.** "Native New York," is a comprehensive exhibit about the Indian tribes and the lives they led in the NYC area. I suggest arriving at least 45 minutes beforehand by 2:15pm to get a taste of the museum and use the restroom. The building is part of the Smithsonian museum and and has an efficient security check inside the entrance that includes metal detectors. It also a historic landmark and one of NYC's most magnificent public buildings inside and outside, designed by Cass Gilbert (Woolworth Building). **Note the museum does not allow food or beverages other than bottled water.** **Here's a useful link to learn more:** https://americanindian.si.edu/explore/exhibitions/item?id=981 **TOUR OVERVIEW** This tour is especially great for people new to New York City as we cover a lot of our early history including the original Dutch settlement in the early 1600s and the backstory of the American Revolution and NYC's role as the first U.S. Capital. This is today's Financial District including Wall Street. The Lenape Indians inhabited the area we call NYC centuries before the Europeans colonized the area in the early 17th century. The spirit of Indigenous People's Day to acknowledge the resilience, ingenuity, creativity, culture and strivings of indigenous people's despite centuries of racism, discrimination, forced removals and essentially genocide. American Indians have a sophisticated understanding of ecology and taking care of the land along with their great respect for the forces of nature and the bounty of the earth. The Iroquois tribes of upstate New York also influenced the early women's rights movement of the mid-1800's due to the leadership roles of Indian women. In the 20th century Mohawk Indians from New York helped to build our skyscrapers and bridges. The tour will focus on sites associated with Native American presence in Lower Manhattan. Given the rich and complex history of what we call the Financial District, I will also weave in the key historic touchpoints of colonial New York including the chain of events that led to the American Revolution, NYC's role as America's first Capital, and the role of Wall Street. I will also talk about current efforts by Lenape Indians to reclaim their local heritage and history. **Ending Point: Convenient to Canal Street subways including the N,R,Q,J, the #1 at Franklin Street and the 4,5,6.** **Etcetera:** October 11 and 12 there is a two-day gathering and celebration for Indigenous People's Day on Randall's Island. If you are free on Sunday, the 11th check it out: https://ipdnyc.squarespace.com/ **Note:** NYC still honors the 2nd Monday of October as Italian Heritage Day/Columbus Day and there has been some controversy about this. The NYC Department of Education and other entities have attempted a compromise by also acknowledging the many contributions of Italian-Americans as opposed to Columbus who forced indigenous people into slavery and brought disease and devastation. **I will devote some time on the tour to Italian American Heritage as it relates to NYC.** Optional "afterparty" (social hour) at a local happy hour venue after the tour. Your organizer and guide, Hank 646-596-3005 hankorenstein@gmail.com

Walking Brooklyn's Gowanus Canal: From Toxic Past to Luxury Living

Tickets: $39.98 (advance registration required) Click the link below to register for this event: [https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1998909480064](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1998909480064) For over 150 years, Brooklyn's Gowanus Canal helped fuel the borough's industrial growth — but at a steep cost. Once crowded with thousands of barges carrying coal, lumber, stone, and steel, the waterway became notorious for toxic industrial chemicals, raw sewage, and even victims of underworld foul play. Now, with a $2 billion cleanup underway — and luxury towers, waterfront esplanades, and new businesses rapidly transforming its banks — can Gowanus preserve its gritty character while embracing a radically different future? It's time to hit the streets to uncover the past, present, and future of Brooklyn's most notorious canal. Join [New York Adventure Club](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/ "https://www.nyadventureclub.com/") as we explore the fascinating history and dramatic transformation of Brooklyn's Gowanus Canal, from the tiny backwater creek that helped fuel Brooklyn's industrial rise to the rapidly changing waterfront neighborhood taking shape today. Led by local resident and licensed NYC tour guide Eliot Niles, our on-the-ground exploration of this historic waterfront neighborhood will include: * **A brief history of the Gowanus Canal**, from how a tiny backwater creek was transformed into a vital industrial waterway that helped build Brooklyn to how decades of pollution earned it infamous nicknames like "Lavender Lake" and "Black Mayonnaise" * **A stroll along new waterfront esplanades and scenic vantage points**, offering unique perspectives of the canal and a firsthand look at the changing Gowanus landscape * **A walk across two of the neighborhood's short bridges**, including the Carroll Street Bridge, the nation's oldest wood-plank retractable bridge * **A closer look at 19th-century industrial landmarks**, along with vintage photographs revealing the factories, warehouses, and working waterfront that defined a now largely forgotten era of Gowanus * **An overview of the massive Gowanus Canal cleanup**, including the strategy behind the remediation project and enormous underground infrastructure designed to help prevent sewage from surging into the canal and surrounding neighborhood * **A discussion around the ongoing debate over development and preservation**, as luxury towers and new development rise alongside repurposed warehouses, arts spaces, music venues, bars, and other remnants of the neighborhood's industrial past See you there! \*Please bring a water bottle and comfortable pair of shoes as we’ll be doing a lot of walking! \*\*This tour does not go inside any of the buildings on the route \*\*\*Please note that the tour route passes active construction sites and scaffolding and involves crossing short wood-plank and grated bridges \*\*\*\*Restrooms will only be available at the beginning and end of the tour \*\*\*\*\*This tour will conclude at the Union St R station at Union St and 4th Ave **Testimonials** "I liked the information, the guide's willingness, and ability to respond to comments and questions." -Edna Disclaimer Event takes place rain or shine. By attending a New York Adventure Club experience, you accept our [terms of service](https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms "https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms"). Categories: In-Person, Neighborhood Tours

Exploring the Grand Apartments of the Upper West Side

Tickets: $39.98 (advance registration required) Click the link below to register for this event: [https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1997717353381](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1997717353381) Before luxury apartments became a defining feature of the Manhattan skyline, convincing New Yorkers to trade private homes for shared buildings required bold ideas, remarkable architecture, and a reimagining of city life. How did apartment living go from an unthinkable compromise to the height of urban prestige? It's time to discover how the Upper West Side became the proving ground for a housing revolution that forever changed urban life. Join [New York Adventure Club](https://www.nyadventureclub.com "https://www.nyadventureclub.com") as we hit the streets of the Upper West Side to explore some of New York City's most iconic luxury apartment buildings, which redefined what it meant to call Manhattan home. Led by NYC Tour Guide, urban historian, and expert storyteller **Amy Cook**, our unique experience will include: * **A look at the Upper West Side's grand apartment houses**, including the San Remo, Dorilton, Ansonia, Apthorp, Majestic, and the filming location featured in *Only Murders in the Building* * **An overview of the evolution of apartment living**, from early French flats and residential hotels to cooperatives, along with the architects and zoning laws that transformed residential design * **A visit to the Dakota**, and why it forever changed apartment living in Manhattan * **Stories of the famous and infamous residents** who helped shape the colorful legacies of these architectural icons * **Fun facts about the extraordinary amenities once used to entice residents** — from bowling alleys and fresh egg delivery to electric car charging, rotating art collections, and even the legendary "Bathhouse Betty" See you there! \*Please bring a water bottle and comfortable pair of shoes as we’ll be doing a lot of walking! \*\*This tour will conclude at 86th Street and Broadway, steps away from the 1 train. \*\*\*This experience does not go inside any of the apartment buildings. **About Amy** Whether you are visiting, or reside here without yet fully \*living\* here, Amy can share what it’s like to be a real New Yorker. She has been in Brooklyn for over 25 years and loves to share stories of the ever changing city. Insatiably curious, Amy is always absorbing new information and experiences to enrich her tours. Having studied history and urban planning, she loves New York City’s past, and is also mindful of the way in which New York today is constantly evolving. Fifth Avenue, Lower Manhattan, the High Line and Park Slope are among many excellent places to explore with Amy’s help. As an avid birder, NYC Certified Volunteer Citizen Tree Pruner and former Master Gardener, Central and Prospect Parks are favorite haunts. Amy gave her first tours at a winery near Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello and has worked in restaurants, so food and libations sneak into just about every talk. She’s dined in the once secret 21 Club wine cellar, been backstage at multiple Broadway shows, marched in the Tartan Day Parade, watched the Macy’s Day Parade from Snoopy’s eye level, and danced tango on the Coney Island Boardwalk. Disclaimer Event takes place rain or shine. By attending a New York Adventure Club experience, you accept our [terms of service](https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms "https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms"). Categories: In-Person, Neighborhood Tours

Look Up! The Hidden History of NYC's Wooden Water Towers

Tickets: $39.98 (advance registration required) Click the link below to officially register for this experience: [https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1999695596359](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1999695596359) Equal parts engineering marvel, neighborhood landmark, and artistic muse, New York City's iconic wooden water towers have quietly shaped the skyline for more than a century. What can these rooftop icons reveal about New York's past, present, and future? It's time to look up and uncover the fascinating history, surprising secrets, and lasting legacy of these beloved landmarks. Join [New York Adventure Club](http://www.nyadventureclub.com/ "http://www.nyadventureclub.com") as we hit the streets to explore the history, engineering, and cultural significance of New York City's iconic wooden water towers, revealing why these overlooked structures remain one of the city's most enduring symbols. Led by licensed NYC tour guide and water tower researcher **Abby Ross**, our unique experience will include: * **A walk along the High Line** to observe a variety of wooden water towers while learning how they work, why they became essential to New York City's growth, and why they continue to define its skyline today * **An exploration of water towers in art and architecture**, revealing how these familiar structures have inspired artists, influenced design, and evolved into enduring symbols of New York City * **A look at surprising stories and unexpected uses**, from creative adaptations to the beloved New York visitor who became an unlikely water tower enthusiast * **An overview of the craftsmanship, maintenance, and sustainability** behind wooden water towers, including how they're built, cared for, and preserved for future generations * **An exclusive copy of Abby's "Look Up, New York" Water Tower Map**, providing inspiration to continue spotting these remarkable structures long after the tour ends See you there! \*Please bring a water bottle and comfortable pair of shoes as we’ll be on our feet for most of the tour \*\*This tour concludes on the corner of 8th Avenue and 33rd Street outside of the Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station **About Abby** Abby Ross is a licensed New York City tour guide, water tower researcher, and founder of NYC Water Tower Tours. A New York City resident for more than 15 years, her fascination with the city's iconic wooden water towers has grown into years of independent research exploring their history, engineering, artistry, and cultural significance. A member of the Guide Association of New York, Abby has also developed training programs for the Guggenheim Museum, Brooklyn Botanic Garden, and hundreds of New York City taxi drivers. Through her tours, she invites guests to slow down, look up, and discover the remarkable stories hiding in plain sight. Disclaimer Event takes place rain or shine. By attending a New York Adventure Club experience, you accept our [terms of service](https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms "https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms"). Photo Credit: Top Right - [Jamie](https://unsplash.com/@jamietakesphotos "https://unsplash.com/@jamietakesphotos") Categories: In-Person, Neighborhood Tours

Tracing the Battle of Brooklyn: A Revolutionary War Battlefield Walk

Tickets: $39.98 (advance registration required) Click the link below to register for this event: [https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1998888087077](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1998888087077) On August 27, 1776, the Battle of Brooklyn — also called the Battle of Long Island — raged across much of present-day Brooklyn in the first engagement of the American Revolution after independence was declared. What moments during this weeklong conflict helped General Washington and the rest of the Colonial Army miraculously escape from Brooklyn Ferry to Manhattan under cover of darkness and morning fog? It's time to walk through this former battlefield and uncover one of the most pivotal moments in American history. Join [New York Adventure Club](http://www.nyadventureclub.com "http://www.nyadventureclub.com") as we explore the sights and stories of the Battle of Brooklyn, with a focus on the vital part played by the geography of Brooklyn in the conflict. Led by licensed New York City Tour Guide Ann McDermott, this unique experience of the first and most consequential battle of the American Revolution will include: * **An overview of the broad battlefield across modern-day Brooklyn**, with discussions about the strategic sites and commanders from both sides who won, lost, or were captured * **A walk through portions of Prospect Park**, including Battle Pass, where the Americans led by General John Sullivan were surrounded by English and Hessian troops and ultimately forced to surrender * **A discussion of key locations tied to the conflict**, including Battle Hill in Green-Wood Cemetery — the highest point in Brooklyn and the site of some of the bloodiest fighting — and Fort Defiance in Red Hook, where American artillery bombarded the British navy and temporarily neutralized its strategic advantage * **A final stop at the Old Stone House**, where the heroic Maryland 400 — led by Major Mordecai Gist and General William Alexander (Lord Stirling) — made a heroic stand against Cornwallis and Howe's onslaught during one of the battle’s most dramatic moments See you there! \*Please bring a water bottle and comfortable pair of shoes as we’ll be on our feet for the duration of the experience \*\*This tour concludes at the Old Stone House in Washington Park on 4th Avenue between 3rd and 4th Streets **About Ann** Ann McDermott, a native Brooklynite, was born up the block from where the tour ends and spent her early years playing on this battlefield. She knows the neighborhood and area extremely well and will tell you how to visit each site seen from afar on the tour, if you wish to go there. **Testimonials** "Ann was very knowledgeable and open to questions and chatting. And a fun way to think about this important battle right in my own backyard." -Cynthia "Very interesting." -Shalom Disclaimer Event takes place rain or shine. By attending a New York Adventure Club experience, you accept our [terms of service](https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms "https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms"). Categories: In-Person, Neighborhood Tours

A Staten Island Adventure! Sri Lankan Lunch and Visit to The Alice Austen House

RSVPs open up on Wednesday, September 16th at 9:00pm. Join us on an all-day adventure to Staten Island, NYC's least known borough, despite the fact that is more than 2x the size of Manhattan! We'll learn about its history as we visit several neighborhoods and historic sites. Staten Island has also had growing diversity and we'll underscore this as we visit and have lunch in the Sri-Lankan community. **RSVPs open up Wednesday, September 16th at 9:00pm. Space on this tour is set aside for new members and first and 2nd timers who land on the waiting list. Email me at hankorenstein@gmail.com to request a spot *after* you sign up.** **Given the length and special nature of this tour your RSVP will represent a firm commitment to attend.** Note - the guided walk and ferry ride are free. Admission to the Alice Austen House is $5. Please bring cash for admission and also for our lunch (credit cards also accepted), which I have scheduled at an extraordinary Sri Lankan restaurant which has one of the best buffet lunches you will ever experience. There are vegetarian options. **Estimated walking distance**: 6 miles with some uphill and downhill. **To Bring: Cash ; a valid metrocard to for the city bus back to the ferry; water to drink, snacks if you like, sun protection.** **PLAN TO TAKE THE 10:00 AM FERRY IF TRAVELING FROM MANHATTAN.** The trip takes about 25 minutes. (note: ferries run every 30 minutes in both directions - on the hour and half-hour). Be sure to check the weekend subway changes so you do not miss the 10am ferry. **Itinerary:** **10:00am**: Take the Staten Island Ferry from Manhattan (be sure to check the weekend subway changes so you do not miss the boat). **10:30am**: Meet inside the ferry terminal on Staten Island by the Statue of Liberty Deli. **10:30am - 12:15pm**: Strolling the St. George and Stapleton neighborhoods taking in historic houses, winding streets, unusual parks and architecture, along with some fascinating history and even street art and urban grit. **12:30 - 1:45pm**: Lunch The plan for lunch is the Buffet the Sri Lankan restaurant, Lakruwana: https://www.lakruwanarestaurant.com/ **Unlimited buffet cost is $20.99 per person. *You can also order a la carte if you do not want the buffet.*** **1:45pm - 2:45pm:** Strolling the Rosebank neighborhood. Sites include the Garibaldi-Meucci Museum (not a visit), The house was the home of Italian immigrant Antonio Meucci who may have been the actual inventor of the telephone. Italian revolutionary military hero Giuseppe Garibaldi came to live with Meucci in Staten Island in 1850. He contributed to Italian unification and the creation of the Kingdom of Italy (1861-1946). **2:45pm - 3:30pm**: Alice Austen House https://aliceausten.org/alice-austen/ About the The Alice Austen House (pictured): This unique house museum is the historic home of American photographer, Alice Austen (1866-1952) who captured a changing New York City in more than 7000 photographs taken mostly around the turn of the twentieth century. She was one of America’s earliest and most prolific female photographers. Austen documented her life on Staten Island and boldly ventured onto the streets of Manhattan to photograph the activities of immigrants and the working class. She was versatile and forged her own path beyond the restrictive Victorian expectations for women. Austen was a master tennis player, an early advocate for women riding bicycles, founder of the Staten Island Garden Club, and is said to be the first woman on Staten Island to own a car. The house itself was built in the 1690's as small Dutch farmhouse. It is located along the shore of Lower New York bay. The House and its surrounding waterfront park are a nationally designated site of LGBTQ+ history, centering on the 56 year relationship between Alice Austen and her life partner Gertrude Tate, providing an important window into pre-Stonewall LGBTQ+ history. **3:30pm - 4:00pm: Walk to Fort Wadsworth**: Fort Wadsworth is one of the oldest military installations in the nation. The site occupies 226 acres on the northeastern shore of Staten Island, on the Narrows of New York Harbor. Rich in history and natural beauty, Fort Wadsworth affords you the opportunity to observe an important part of our nation's history, while offering magnificent views of New York Harbor. https://www.nps.gov/gate/learn/historyculture/fort-wadsworth.htm **Around 4:30pm: End of tour**: Some of you may choose to linger and wonder around the site. To return to the ferry, the S51 city bus departs from Bay Street and goes to the ferry terminal back in St. George (25 minute ride). Cheers from Hank! 646-596-3005 hankorenstein@gmail.com (pictured is the Alice Austen House).

Behind-the-Scenes @ Lincoln Center: Extended Tour Inside Iconic Halls

Tickets: $55.80 (advance registration required) Click the link below to register for this event: [https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1998359766857](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1998359766857) From the New York Philharmonic to the New York City Ballet, Lincoln Center's world-renowned institutions bring to life a 16-acre campus of architecturally significant venues, each designed with a distinct purpose, identity, and story. But what sights, spaces, and stories lie inside these iconic buildings that few ever get to experience? Get ready to explore Lincoln Center through a first-of-its-kind, extended experience across some of its most iconic spaces. Join [New York Adventure Club](http://www.nyadventureclub.com/ "http://www.nyadventureclub.com/") for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Lincoln Center, uncovering how its history, architecture, and institutions come together to shape one of New York City’s most important cultural destinations. Led by one of Lincoln Center's top guides, our in-depth experience will include: * **The story of Lincoln Center’s creation** — including a history of the neighborhood of San Juan Hill, a lively cultural hub and a largely working-class community, that existed in the area around Lincoln Center before it was built * **A rare look inside some of Lincoln Center’s most iconic venues** — featuring a rotating selection of spaces such as David Geffen Hall (New York Philharmonic), the Metropolitan Opera House (Metropolitan Opera), the David H. Koch Theater (New York City Ballet), the Vivian Beaumont Theater (Lincoln Center Theater), and Alice Tully Hall (Chamber Music Society) * **The chance to witness Lincoln Center in motion** — with opportunities to catch rehearsals or live preparations within its performance spaces * **An extended two-hour route through Lincoln Center** — with access to performance halls, plazas, and backstage areas **Afterward, we'll finish at David Geffen Hall's lobby bar** where you can purchase drinks with your fellow adventurers! **No tour is ever the same** as venues and access vary day by day\*\*.\*\* See you there! \*As late arrivals may not be able to join once the tour is in progress, please note that the listed start time is scheduled 15 minutes prior to the experience. \*\*Photography is generally permitted, except when instructed by your tour guide. \*\*\*Due to the complex scheduling of Lincoln Center’s venues, specific locations visited — and opportunities to view rehearsals — are subject to change. Tour dates are selected in advance to allow for the greatest possible access. **Tour Schedule** 2:45-3:00pm: Check-in 3:00-5:00pm: Tour Disclaimer By attending a New York Adventure Club experience, you accept our [terms of service](https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms "https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms"). Photo Credit: All - Lawrence Sumulong, Lincoln Center Categories: In-Person, Landmarks