Margaret Corbin Day Tour & Creative Workshop
Join Fort Tryon Park Conservancy for the inaugural Margaret Corbin Day—an evening of history, reflection, and creative storytelling in one of New York City’s most beautiful parks.
Did you know that West Point Military Academy honors American Revolutionary War hero Margaret Corbin every May 1st? Now, Fort Tryon Park will proudly continue that tradition by celebrating her courage and legacy right where history lives!
The evening begins at 5:30 PM with a welcome and guided tour, starting at the Margaret Corbin Plaza entrance to the park. From 6:00–7:00 PM, gather for an engaging Uptown Stories reading and creative workshop. Through storytelling and reflection, participants will explore themes of bravery, resilience, and choice.
Honor Revolutionary War hero Margaret Corbin with stories, reflection, and creativity. Q: What would you have done if you were Margaret? Step into history, share your voice, and imagine the courage it takes to stand your ground. Come celebrate a local hero and be part of a new Fort Tryon Park tradition!
This free community event invites all ages to connect with the past while creating something meaningful for the present.
Location: Fort Tryon Park Margaret Corbin Circle Heather Garden Entrance
Migratory Birding Day at Cabrini Woods
Join us in celebrating Migratory Birding Day with a guided walk through Fort Tryon Park, led by local birder Alexandra Wang. This special event highlights the incredible journey of migratory birds as they return for the spring season.
Participants will explore the park’s scenic landscapes, learn about migration patterns, and practice spotting and identifying a variety of species that pass through this important urban green space.
Open to birders of all levels, this walk is a great opportunity to deepen your appreciation for wildlife and experience the energy of spring migration firsthand.
Meet at Margaret Corbin Circle. The walk will continue to Cabrini Woods Plaza and throughout the western side of the park.
Join the Urban Park Rangers on a flower walk in the beautiful Heather Garden! Explore the blossoms and learn about the flowers and the history of this little gem. At 3 acres large, this garden is the largest public garden with unrestricted access in New York City and is home to over 500 varieties of plants!
Easter Egg Hunt By Fort Tryon Park Conservancy
Celebrate spring at the Annual Easter Egg Hunt in Fort Tryon Park! Families with children are invited to Dongan Lawn for a festive morning of egg hunts, games, music, face painting, and so much more. Enjoy a joyful community tradition as we welcome the season together!
Shearing of the Heather Garden and Community Parade
The three-acre Heather Garden is the site of our annual rite of spring – the Shearing of the Heather parade and community celebration in Fort Tryon Park!
Bring your musical instruments and join in our community parade through the Heather Garden led by traditional bagpipers. Learn why Fort Tryon Park has the largest heath and heather collection in the northeast. Make flower-themed crafts, take home your own propagated heathers, get your face painted, make some chalk art, chat with our gardeners, enjoy at tour of the Heather Garden, and celebrate spring while enjoying the garden’s beauty and panoramic views of the Hudson River and Palisades! Fun for all ages!
