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
Sunday, January 17, 2021
Historic New York: Fort Totten
at Fort Totten Visitor Center (in Fort Totten Park), Queens 
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
A pristine stretch surrounding a preserved Civil War fortress, Fort Totten Park provides a fascinating glimpse into New York's past.
Free!
Sunday, January 24, 2021
Historic New York: Isham Park
at Isham Street and Seaman Avenue (in Inwood Hill Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Come join the Urban Park Rangers to explore the Inwood nature, geology, and history of Isham Park.
Free!
Saturday, January 30, 2021
Historic New York: Central Park
at West 72nd and Central Park West (in Central Park), Manhattan 
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This program will focus on the history behind New York City's most iconic urban space: Central Park.
Free!