| Event |
Category |
Kids Event? |
On-going Event? |
Description |
Day(s), Time & Cost |
Location |
Contact Info. |
Info |
Begin Date |
End Date |
| Views from the Past Tour |
Other |
No |
No |
As you promenade through the heart of Central Park, imagine yourself living in 19th Century New York City. Learn about the Park's history. |
Ongoing Saturdays at Noon; Free |
Central Park, Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop, mid-Park at 65th Street |
212-310-6600 |
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2007-10-06 |
2009-10-06 |
| Conservatory Garden |
Other |
Yes |
Yes |
One of the lesser known wonders of Central Park is the Conservatory Garden at Fifth Avenue and 105th St. A secluded oasis, just a few steps down from one of the City’s busiest thoroughfares; the garden offers a fragrant respite from the gasp and clatter of the urban afternoon. |
January 10, 2007 - January 10, 2011, all day; Free |
Central Park, 5th Ave and 105th Street |
212-360-2766 |
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| A Road Once Traveled Tour |
Other |
No |
No |
It's a basic axiom of war: take the high ground. Because armies could see attackers sailing down the East River, holding the Park's northern highlands was key in the American Revolution and the War of 1812. History buffs will love this tour of the Harlem Meer and its strategic environs. |
Ongoing, check for dates, 10:00 am; Free |
The Charles A. Dana Discovery Center, inside the Park at 110th Street between Fifth and Lenox Avenues |
212-310-6600 |
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2007-10-06 |
2009-10-06 |
| The Castle and its Kingdom Tour |
Other |
No |
Yes |
Take a walk around the lands dominated by Belvedere Castle, situated high on Vista Rock. Visit the tiny 55-acre realm on an eclectic tour of history and nature. |
Ongoing, Sunday at 11:00 am; Free |
Central Park. Belvedere Castle, mid-Park at 79th Street |
212-310-6600 |
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| Cross Park Promenade |
Other |
No |
Yes |
Walking tout of Central Park |
Ongoing, Wednesday, Saturday and Sundays, check site for exact dates and times; Free |
Meet inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and East 72nd Street in front of the statue of Samuel F. B. Morse |
212-772-0210 |
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| Amble through the Ramble |
Other |
No |
No |
Over streams, under arches, through the woods along a maze of pathways in a 38-acre woodland respite. Tour will be approximately one hour. |
Ongoing Saturdays at 9:30 and 11:00 am: Free -- Check for exact times |
Central Park at Belvedere Castle, Mid-Park at 79th Street |
212-310-6600 |
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2007-10-07 |
2009-10-07 |
| Astronomy Lecture and Guided Stargazing |
Other |
Yes |
No |
Join the Central Park Conservancy and the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York for a lecture in Belvedere Castle followed by stargazing on the Great Lawn. |
Nov. 30th, 6:00 pm; Free |
Belvedere Castle (Mid-Park at 79th Street) |
212-772-0210 |
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2008-11-30 |
2008-11-30 |
| Rapper's Row The Queens Bridge & Hollis Tour |
Other |
No |
Yes |
Tour neighborhoods of chart topping artists: LL-CoolJ, RunDMc, 50 Cent and more. Bring your cameras as we travel the roads that led way to the rap industry. See where celebrated artists lived, were schooled, honed their craft, partied and shopped. Listen to hip hop tracks and participate in hip hop karaoke as we check out the Manhattan skyline. |
Every Saturday, 11:00 am; $55 |
110 E. 59th Street (Entrance Yankees Clubhouse Store) |
212-714-3527 |
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| Joyce Gold History Tours of NY |
Other |
No |
Yes |
These 843 acres became a work of art at the heart of Manhattan 150 years ago. |
Ongoing, various dates and times; $15 |
Fifth Ave. & 59th St., at the General Sherman statue |
212-242-5762 |
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| Hatha Yoga |
Other |
No |
Yes |
Learn the basics of Hatha Yoga in a peaceful, community environment with instructor Jennifer Schworm. The class begins with pranayama (breath), bringing awareness to the mind and body, then moves in to various standing and balancing asanas (poses) that further strengthen the mental-physical connection. Each class ends with a short relaxation to let the mind and body rest in total stillness. All levels are welcome, and mats are provided. |
Ongoing every Sunday 2:30 - 4:00 pm; $10 per class |
North Meadow Recreation Center in Central Park |
212-348-4867 |
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| About CPC | About the Park | Support CPC | Events | Activities/Programs | Virtual Park | In the News | For Kids Thanksgiving Special! Cross Park Promenade Tour |
Other |
Yes |
No |
You will see many surprises: a hidden bench that tells time, miniature boats powered by the wind, a magnificent sculpture celebrating fresh water. These are just some of the the sites on this east-to-west walk throught the Park. |
Nov. 28th, 11:00 am; Free |
Inside the Park at Fifth Avenue and 72nd Street, in front of the statue of Samuel F. B. Morse. |
212-772-0210 |
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2008-11-28 |
2008-11-28 |