About this Event
Explore the northern stretches of Manhattan and witness the last major battle before the crossing of the Delaware.
Start: Mitchel Square, Broadway and 168th, NYC
Finish: Fort Tryon Park
Distance: 7mii
Where to find us: Near subway exit
Terrain: paved
Transit: 1 or A subway to 168th St
Return: 1 or A subway from Dyckman St
Difficulty: Beginner
Category: nature, history, urban
Coordinator: Charles Updike
Join us on an exploration of the historic locations connected to the Battle of Fort Washington, as we tell the story of how the battle unfolded and its historic context, before attending the battle reenactment and other public events in Fort Tryon Park. We expect to arrive in the park by 1pm in time for the reenactment. Events will continue there until 4pm.
Highlights:
- Highbridge Park
- Fort Tryon Park
- Hudson River Greenway
- Morris House
- Bennett Park
Partners:
The East Coast Greenway Alliance is a non-profit organization developing a public multi-use 3,000 mile trail from Canada to Key West through New Jersey and New York. Donations and memberships help make this dream trail a reality.
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Event venue & nearby stays
Mitchel Square, 3975 Broadway, New York, United States
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