Urban Park Rangers: History and Culture
Discover NYC's storied past with our expert Urban Park Rangers as your guide to historical events, people, and communities that have shaped our city and Parks.
Urban Park Rangers: History and Culture Events
Saturday, May 21, 2022
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!
Saturday, May 28, 2022
Asian Pacific American Heritage Month: Historic Chinatown Parks and Monuments
at Open Area (in Kimlau Square), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
The Urban Park Rangers will guide you through Chinatown parks, highlighting significant events and commemorations.
Free!
Sunday, May 29, 2022
Asian Pacific American Heritage Month: Contributions in Sciences and the Environment
at Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Rangers will connect you to the meaningful contributions of Asian Pacific American scientists and environmentalists.
Free!
Asian Pacific American Heritage Month: Chinese Scholar Garden Tour and Calligraphy
at Snug Harbor Cultural Center, Staten Island 

11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers and Snug Harbor Cultural Center for a stewardship opportunity in Snug Harbor’s Chinese Scholar's Garden.
Free!