Our walk in Central Park will focus on William Cullen Bryant (1794–1878) who was one of the most prominent figures in New York City history. He was a poet, journalist, nature lover, abolitionist and visionary. In 1844 he advocated for the establishment of a large public park, leading to the eventual creation of Central Park. Our walk will focus on Bryant’s life and legacy and will be a fascinating journey through time, exploring his contributions to the park, the environmental conservation movement and American literature. We will stop at sites where Bryant officiated at special events and visit the Hallett Nature Sanctuary to sense the serene natural beauty that he felt deeply and that helped form his poetry. Jack, who is a New York City licensed tour guide and Central Park Conservancy volunteer, considers the park his second home.
This walk is sold out and the waitlist is full.
Accessibility
There are nearby public transit options (subway and bus) and Citi Bike stations. The walk is about one mile long and includes some steep inclines and stairs with no handrails.
Location Information
RSVP is required and capacity is limited. Meeting location, ending location, and directions will be provided via email before walk date.
guided
Sunday, May 4, 202511:00 AM
90 minutes
Borough: Manhattan
Theme: Advocacy, Art & Architecture, Environment, History & Culture
Language: English
