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Hispanic Society Museum & Library: Architectural Tour (Open House New York)

Jennifer Whisenhunt and Graham Roscoe, Senior Associates from Beyer Blinder Belle, will lead a behind-the-scenes tour on the restoration and renovation of the campus and will visit the Terrace, East Gallery, Main Court, and Sorolla Gallery.

Established in 1904 as a museum and library devoted to the art and literature of Hispanic cultures worldwide, the Hispanic Society Museum & Library is the founding institution of the landmark Audubon Terrace cultural campus in the Upper Manhattan neighborhood of Washington Heights, where it occupies three buildings arrayed around a series of interconnected terraces and courtyards. Starting in 2023, the main building’s iconic Main Court and renowned Sorolla Gallery reopened to the public, the first step in a multi-phase restoration and revitalization project led by Beyer Blinder Belle Architects & Planners. Work continues to restore the building’s facades, terraces, and additional gallery and storage spaces.

Tickets: https://ohny.org/place/hispanic-society-museum-library-architectural-tour/

George Washington Bridge: North Walk (Open House New York)

Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s Tunnels, Bridges & Terminals team will present a brief history of the bridge and showcase current projects, including the recently completed North Walk. The tour will be led by Senior Program Manager Hong Lin.

The “Restoring the George” program comprises over $2 billion in investment in 11 state-of-good repair projects that will maintain the structural health of the facility over the next decade for the millions of customers who use it every year.

This is an outdoor tour and participants should dress for the weather and bring a water bottle. An ADA access ramp is available. Paricipants should be aware of mixed bike/pedestrian traffic around them.

Children are welcome accompanied by an adult. All participants, including children, must have a ticket:

https://ohny.org/place/george-washington-bridge-north-walk-2/

Inwood Hill Park: Stargazing with the Amateur Astronomers Association (Open House New York)

Founded in 1927, the Amateur Astronomers Association is a volunteer-run non-profit that promotes the study and public awareness of the cosmos through observing, education, outreach, astrophotography, and more. During OHNY Weekend, AAA invites visitors to experience the wonders of the night sky in Inwood. Using high-powered telescopes, members of the Association will guide visitors in observing Saturn, double stars, and star clusters, while sharing their stargazing knowledge. No prior stargazing experience necessary. All ages are welcome.

Take the “A” train to the last stop. The entrance to the ballfields is on Seaman Avenue and 214th St. See for map: This event will take place on the Inwood Park ball field, which has uneven terrain that may pose difficulties for people using mobility devices.  This event is weather permitting. It will be cancelled in the event of clouds or rain.

Fort Tryon Park: Historic Cottage at Fort Tryon Park (Open House New York)

Explore one of Upper Manhattan’s hidden treasures: the historic Cottage at Fort Tryon Park. Originally built as the gatehouse for the grand Billings Estate, this unique structure became part of the park when the land was transformed into public space in the early 1930s.

Today, the Cottage serves as the headquarters for NYC Parks’ Northern Manhattan Parks division and the Fort Tryon Park Conservancy—but for one special day, its doors will be open for the public to explore.

Take a self-guided look around this rarely opened building, get a glimpse into the past, and learn about the history of the cottage, the surrounding neighborhood, and how Fort Tryon Park came to be.

Friendly guides will be on hand throughout the day to share stories and answer questions. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with local history in one of NYC’s most beautiful parks.