What did the soldiers of the Continental Army eat to fuel their fight for independence? What about the officers or General George Washington? Food insecurity was a monumental challenge faced by all those involved in the American Revolution. John Ota, a bestselling and award winning author of books such as “The Kitchen” (2021 Taste Canada Awards finalist and a 2021 Paris Gourmand Cookbook finalist) and the newly released book “The Dining Room” joins the Mansion to discuss what these rations would have looked like for throughout the ranks. Ota’s deep research into the foodways of the Revolution will offer a detailed and thoughful lecture on the true circumstances of the Military encampment and headquarters menus – including what would have been eaten by soldiers and Generals alike when stationed at the MORRIS-JUMEL MANSION.
From soldier’s rations to George Washington’s war time birthday celebrations, learn about the culinary history of the American Revolution.
This is a virtual event;link will be emailed upon registration.
Please join Prelude Opera on Thursday, June 4, at 6 p.m. for an Opera Soirée planting seeds for the future of our beloved art form by supporting children’s opera. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and drinks/wine at the beautiful Bonnefont restaurant in Fort Tryon Park and experience the premiere reading of The Brementown Musicians, our new opera for children. Meet the composer Laura Jobin-Acosta and the librettist Joanie Brittingham, compete in a raffle for exclusive prizes, and play opera trivia alongside local opera fans on a beautiful summer evening.
The 6th Annual Spring in the Heights!
Join us on Saturday, May 2nd from 10 am – 4 pm!
Arts Festival
Hudson Coop Makers Market
Live Music Performaces
Local Food & Drink
Activities for Kids
Games & Raffles — and more!
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
Celebrate the recent conservation treatment of the Julius Caesar tapestry from the Nine Heroes Tapestries at The Met Cloisters by joining a talk to learn about the history and conservation of these unique textile works.
Main Hall
Free with Museum admission; admission is pay what you wish for New York state residents, and free for children 12 and under with an adult, and a care partner accompanying a visitor with a disability. Note: Space is limited; first come, first served.
