Central Park East Side Evening Stroll
As the weather turns crisp, and the leaves turn color in early September, what could be more lovely than a guided stroll through Central Park? Join FRIENDS Vice President and seasoned tour guide David Karabell for a leisurely walk from the southeast corner of the Park to Bethesda Terrace. As we make our way past the Zoo, the Lake, and the Mall, we’ll find out how one of the Park’s oldest buildings turned from fortress to museum to weather bureau, step inside the Arsenal for a special chance to view two 1930's WPA murals, explore one of the largest and last remaining stands of American Elm trees in North America, see the first public art commission granted to a woman in New York City, find out why the Park has only one straight thoroughfare, figure out what coconuts have to do with conservation, and meet the most famous poet whose name you've never heard.
Monday, September 9th
5:00 p.m.
Meeting location provided upon registration.
Rain or shine.
There will be roughly one mile of walking, often on unsure footing. This program is not recommended for those with mobility concerns.
To verify your current membership status, please call 212-535-2526
or email us at [email protected].
