The elevated trains (els for short) were the precursors to New York’s subway system. Starting with 1868’s Ninth Avenue El, these trains shaped Manhattan and defined neighborhoods. This walking tour will focus on downtown Manhattan, from West to East Village, and tell the story of the elevated trains through art by John French Sloan, Francis Criss, and Alice Neel, and historic artifacts and evidence still present today.
This walk is sold out, but the waitlist is open.
Accessibility
The walk will take place crosstown, from the West to the East Village. Transit and Citibike stations abound, although we will walk from 9th Avenue to 1st Avenue with several stops along the way. It should be accessible to wheelchairs, possibly with modifications.
Location Information
RSVP is required and capacity is limited. Meeting location, ending location, and directions will be provided via email before walk date.
guided
Saturday, May 3, 202511:00 AM
1 hour
Borough: Manhattan
Theme: Art & Architecture, Food & Entertainment, History & Culture
Language: English
