Libraries and Riots: An East Village Walking Tour

Janes Walk

Led By Kristin Kuehl, NYPL Ottendorfer

Join branch staff from Ottendorfery Library for an in person walking tour! Learn more about the history and landmarks of this neighborhood and connect with community.

In this one-hour walking tour where we will explore the rich history of the East Village and the place of libraries during a time of immense social change. Lower Manhattan evolved from neighborhoods of toney townhouses to tenements and factories and social conflict ensued. This tour will begin at the Ottendorfer Library and end at the New York Marble Cemetery.

Accessibility

The walk will mainly be on sidewalks in the East Village.

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 4, 2024
11:30 AM
90 minutes

Borough: Manhattan
Theme: Food & Entertainment, History & Culture
Language: English
murals painted in building wall in the East Village
Street art in the East Village. Photo: Wikimedia Commons, Jess Hawsor. Modifications: photo cropped.