The event features a live virtual talk focusing on the transformative history of Manhattan's Hudson waterfront from the 17th century to the present. The tour will start at Battery at the southern tip of Manhattan and move to Spuyten Duyvil, uncovering notable buildings and crucial transportation infrastructure along the way. It highlights the transition of the Hudson shoreline from a row of working docks to a lively residential area with parks. The talk will address historical events and context related to New York's harbor and includes themes presented in Hennessey's new book.
The live virtual talk will reveal the story of the rise, decline, and rebirth of Manhattan's Hudson waterfront from the 17th century to the present day.
Our virtual walk will take us all the way from the Battery to Spuyten Duyvil at the northern tip of Manhattan, visiting notable buildings and key transportation infrastructure.
This walk explores the evolution of the Hudson shoreline from gritty working docks into a desirable residential enclave and a chain of inviting parks.
The talk includes sights and stories from Hennessey's book, which covers the transformation of Battery Park City and the history of the Hudson River Park.
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