History
Travel back in time with these history walks and lectures. Learn about the city's epic past, and visit some of its less-known relics. Want to learn more? Visit our Parks History page.
History Events
Friday, May 20, 2022
Parks Now: Honoring the Olmsted Legacy
at The Arsenal, Manhattan
9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
See Frederick Law Olmsted’s lasting influence on park innovation in New York City with “Parks Now: Honoring the Olmsted Legacy,” on view at the Arsenal Gallery.
Free!
Saturday, May 21, 2022
Farmhouse Family Day: Pinkster Celebration
at Wyckoff Farmhouse Museum (in Fidler-Wyckoff House Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Celebrate the history and traditions of Pinkster for May’s Farmhouse Family Day.
Free!
Conference House Tours
at The Conference House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island 

12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
The historic Conference House is open for tours on Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 4:00 p.m.
Still Waters: Reflections of a Maritime Community
at Rutan-Becket House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
The exhibition highlights both the economic and social use of the waterfront from the mid-19th century through the 20th century with photographs, artifacts, and artwork.
Free!
A Stitch in Time Reopening
at H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island 

12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Join us for the reopening of "A Stitch in Time," an exhibit showcasing a variety of beautiful handcrafted needlework, including embroidery, crochet, knitting, lace-making, sewing, and other domestic arts.
Free!
Historic New York: The Highbridge Water Tower
at West 174 Street and Amsterdam Avenue (in Highbridge Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Urban Park Rangers discuss the significance and history of this recently restored structure.
Free!
Event
Sunday, May 22, 2022
Conference House Tours
at The Conference House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island 

12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
The historic Conference House is open for tours on Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 4:00 p.m.
Monday, May 23, 2022
Parks Now: Honoring the Olmsted Legacy
at The Arsenal, Manhattan
9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
See Frederick Law Olmsted’s lasting influence on park innovation in New York City with “Parks Now: Honoring the Olmsted Legacy,” on view at the Arsenal Gallery.
Free!
Arts & Crafts
at Multi-Use Room A (in Fort Hamilton Senior Recreation Center), Brooklyn 

11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join this social program and produce some beautiful art.
Free! Recreation Center Membership required
Tuesday, May 24, 2022
Parks Now: Honoring the Olmsted Legacy
at The Arsenal, Manhattan
9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
See Frederick Law Olmsted’s lasting influence on park innovation in New York City with “Parks Now: Honoring the Olmsted Legacy,” on view at the Arsenal Gallery.
Free!