Bilingual (Eng/Esp) walking tour (2+ miles) spotlighting neighborhood bird murals & community gardens from 170th to 140th St., culminating w/ a lecture by dendrologist Carey Russell about NYC’s most common tree species (Eng only) at Winnie Said, 1624 Amsterdam Ave & 140th St.
RSVP required: e-mail amp@gitlerand.com.
Meeting Point: David Friedland Square 170th St & St. Nicholas Ave
Walk – 9:30am-11:30am — Lecture -11:45am-12:45pm Rain date: June 7 — No lecture on rain date
Manhattan’s oldest residence, the Morris-Jumel Mansion, brings Uptown Manhattan history to life in the brand-new “Uncovering Uptown History” guided walking tour!
Morris-Jumel Mansion guides bring you along a series of hidden historic gems of New York history in the brand-new “Uncovering Uptown History” guided walking tour: a 90-minute, one-mile mobile experience beginning at the Morris-Jumel Mansion and ending at Trinity Cemetery on Broadway and 155th. Spanning over 260 years, this tour illuminates little-known corners of the Revolutionary War, the Gilded and Industrial Ages, the Harlem Renaissance, and more, connecting the paths of legendary figures with the ones we walk today. Perfect for locals, hard to impress history buffs, and tourists looking beyond well-known sites of New York City.
Dress seasonably and wear your walking shoes. The walk is considered easy to moderately challenging.
Tickets are on sale NOW! The first tour of the series will take place December 6 at 10:30am-12:00pm and 1:30-3:00pm.
Sunday, September 14, 2025
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
(Español abajo)
Were you concerned about the health of the forest during the wildfires last year? Curious about how the forest is responding in the aftermath? Join this bilingual, ecologist-led hike to learn more about wildfires, our forest, and to enjoy the naturally cooler air of the forest! We look forward to seeing you in the forest. Family-friendly.
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¿Te preocupaba la salud del bosque durante los incendios forestales del año pasado? ¿Te interesa saber cómo está respondiendo el bosque tras los daños? ¡Únete a esta caminata bilingüe guiada por ecologista para aprender más sobre los incendios forestales, nuestro bosque y disfrutar del aire fresco natural! Esperamos acompañarte en el bosque. Ideal para familias.
Private support is provided by City Parks Foundation and Partnerships for Parks through the NYC Green Fund. // Apoyo privado es proporcionado por City Parks Foundation y Partnerships for Parks a través del NYC Green Fund.
Free
Join long-time Fort Tryon Park volunteer and garden enthusiast Madeline Byrne for a guided stroll through the beautiful Heather Garden. Learn about the history, design, and ever-changing plant life that make this unique space the heart of Fort Tryon Park.
Madeline has dedicated countless hours to caring for the Heather Garden and brings a wealth of knowledge about its native and ornamental plantings. Whether you’re a garden lover, history buff, or simply looking to enjoy the blooms, this tour offers a wonderful opportunity to experience one of New York City’s most stunning green spaces.
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Free and open to the public.
Discover the Olmsted Brothers’ vision for the park, uncover the story of the now-infamous Tryon Hall, and explore the rich history that shaped this landscape. Don’t miss this opportunity to step back in time and experience the park like never before!
