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Inwood Hill Park Forest Restoration

Saturday, March 22, 2025
10:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.

Volunteer with the Stewardship Team to protect the forested areas in Inwood Hill Park! Volunteers will contribute to ongoing restoration work and learn the importance of species diversity to ecosystem health. Come dressed in sturdy boots or shoes, long sleeves, long pants, and clothing that can get dirty. Face masks may be worn at your discretion. Space is limited and registration is required. Volunteers under 18 must be accompanied by a chaperone. This event has been funded in part by NYC Service. To sign up a group of 10 or more volunteers please reach out to stewardship@parks.nyc.gov.

Location

Seaman Avenue and Isham Street Entrance in Inwood Hill Park
Manhattan

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Location Details:
Meeting Location: Seaman St & Isham Ave

Cost

Free

Inwood Hill Park – Movies Under the Stars – Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire

Friday, October 11, 2024
7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.

Grab a blanket and come enjoy a movie in a neighborhood park or playground! This summer, NYC Parks and The Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment will host family-friendly movie showings across the five boroughs.

In Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, the Spengler family returns to where it all started – the iconic New York City firehouse – to team up with the original Ghostbusters, who’ve developed a top-secret research lab to take busting ghosts to the next level. But when the discovery of an ancient artifact unleashes an army of ghosts that casts a death chill upon the city, Ghostbusters new and old must join forces to protect their home and save the world from a second Ice Age.

Rated PG
The following movie has been rated PG. Some Material May Be Inappropriate for Children Under 13.

Movies begin at dusk. This event is FREE and open to the public. Glass bottles and alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited. In the event of heavy rain or extreme weather, the screening may be canceled. The decision to cancel the event will be made prior to the screening and will be promptly posted on our website.

For more information visit nyc.gov/parks or call 311. Contact (212) 360-1430 or accessibility@parks.nyc.gov for more information regarding accessibility.

Location

West 218th Street and Indian Road in Inwood Hill Park
Manhattan

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Cost

Free

Inwood Hill Park: Outdoor Skills – Knot Tying

Outdoor Skills: Knot Tying

Saturday, March 8, 2025
1:00 p.m.2:00 p.m.

Our Urban Park Rangers are well-versed in outdoor lore. Learn tips and tricks that will enhance your knowledge of the natural world, and might just save your life. There’s a knot for every need! Learn methods to tie very useful knots.

Location
West 218th Street and Indian Road in Inwood Hill Park

 

Cost

Free

Great Trees of Inwood Hill Park

Saturday, August 10, 2024
11:00 a.m.12:30 p.m.

Trees have a special place in our environment. Join us for a hike of Inwood Hill Park in search of different species and learn some ways to identify these trees during the summer season.

Location

West 218th Street and Indian Road in Inwood Hill Park
Manhattan

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Cost

Free

Historic New York: The Highbridge Water Tower

Saturday, April 19, 2025
1:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.

Join the Urban Park Rangers on a tour inside the iconic Highbridge Water Tower to learn about the history of New York City’s water supply and enjoy the panoramic views from the top of the 200 foot tower. Arrive between 1:00 p.m. and 2:45 p.m, to gain admittance. Registration is not required.

Location

West 174 Street and Amsterdam Avenue in Highbridge Park
Manhattan

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Cost

Free