Central Park History Walk

Midtown East, Manhattan

Credit: Gregory Jones

Join licensed tour guide and Volunteer Council Member Bob Gelber for an historic walk-through of New York’s playground, its green oasis. Central Park was the first major public park created in the United States, welcoming everyone—no matter what your social status was. As we stroll through this lush landscape, you will learn the history of why its creation was so important. This is where millions of residents and tourists alike come to enjoy nature’s greenery and forget that they are in the middle of a busy and noisy city.

Join licensed tour guide and Volunteer Council Member Bob Gelber for a historic walk-through of New York’s playground, its green oasis. Central Park was the first major public park created in the United States, welcoming everyone, regardless of social status. Stroll through this lush landscape and learn the history of why the creation of Central Park is so important. This is where millions of residents and tourists alike come to enjoy nature’s greenery and forget that they are in the middle of a busy and noisy city.

Please wear comfortable shoes. Restrooms may not be available during the tour.

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