Historic New York: The Highbridge Water Tower
Join the Urban Park Rangers 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. Program will be held at the base of the water tower behind the Highbridge Recreation Center and Pool.
Still Here | Two: Presented by The Morris-Jumel Mansion and WildLine at Trinity Cemetery Chapel (Uptown)
A chamber concert in Trinity Uptown Cemetery and Mausoleum’s Chapel. Free Registration Required.
Morris-Jumel Mansion, in partnership with WildLine, proudly presents a celebration of women composers, with electric performances by writer Sharon Mesmer, in collaboration with WildLine’s flute, viola, guitar trio, speaking to all the ways in which we are “still here”. The concert includes vibrant works by Carolyn Yarnell, Sarah Bassingthwaighte, Elisenda Fábregas, Yu Hui Chang, Kirsten Volness, Lynn Bechtold and Jean Coulthard.
WildLine is a new project-based chamber music ensemble, initiated by flutist Tessa Brinckman, that imagines, nurtures and performs all kinds of sound worlds, ancestries and futures. Based in the wilds of northern Manhattan the ensemble has launched their first concert series season, Still Here | One, Two and Three in NYC.
The Morris-Jumel Mansion is Manhattan’s oldest surviving residence. The Morris-Jumel Mansion, built in 1765, preserves, collects, and interprets history, culture, and the arts to explore inclusive narratives that engage and inspire diverse audiences. Currently, the Museum is undergoing a long-awaited resoration and accessibility project. While temporarily closed until Spring 2026, the Mansion is offering a diverse array of off-site and virtual programming to continue serving audiences of all ages.
Still Here | One: Presented by The Morris-Jumel Mansion and WildLine
A chamber concert in Trinity Uptown Cemetery and Mausoleum’s Chapel. FREE REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Morris-Jumel Mansion, in partnership with WildLine, proudly presents a celebration of black American composers, with live performances by writer and poet extraordinaire Angela Decker, in collaboration with WildLine’s flute and string trio, which speaks to all the ways in which we are “still here”. The concert includes vibrant works by Tyson Gholston Davis, Florence Price, Brittany Green, Jessie Cox, Shelley Washington, and Roger Stubblefield.
WildLine is a new project-based chamber music ensemble, initiated by flutist Tessa Brinckman, that imagines, nurtures and performs all kinds of sound worlds, ancestries and futures. Based in the wilds of northern Manhattan the ensemble has launched their first concert series season, Still Here | One, Two and Three in NYC.
The Morris-Jumel Mansion is Manhattan’s oldest surviving residence. The Morris-Jumel Mansion, built in 1765, preserves, collects, and interprets history, culture, and the arts to explore inclusive narratives that engage and inspire diverse audiences. Currently, the Museum is undergoing a long-awaited resoration and accessibility project. While temporarily closed until Spring 2026, the Mansion is offering a diverse array of off-site and virtual programming to continue serving audiences of all ages.
Turn your ideas into scripts. Learn story structure, free tools, and your next step. No experience needed. Washington Heights, NYC.
UPTOWN NYC, YOUR STORY WON’T WRITE ITSELF
Have you ever said:
– “I’ve been meaning to write something…”
– “I don’t know where to start.”
– “I have ideas but they live in my head.”
– “I’m scared I won’t finish.”
If any of these sound familiar, this workshop is for you.
Maria Brea: Opera & More
Noted Venezuelan soprano Maria Brea returns with special guests and talented voice students to sing opera and other songs.
By donation.
