Waterfront Walking Tour: Art and History in Battery Park City

Join a librarian from the Battery Park City Library for an engaging, one-hour walking tour to explore the unique history, key landmarks, and vibrant public art of the waterfront Battery Park City neighborhood.

The in-person walk begins at the library, tracing the neighborhood’s development with stops at Teardrop Park, Rockefeller Park, and the Irish Hunger Memorial. Get ready to spot the mischievous miniature bronze figures from Tom Otterness' “The Real World” exhibit!

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Learn more about other librarian-led tours from The New York Public Library: nypl.org/walkingtours

This neighborhood walking tour is part of . Join us this year during the weekend of May 1-3!

Jane's Walks are free, locally organized walking tours, in which people get together to explore, talk about, and celebrate their neighborhoods. In 2026, Jane’s Walk NYC will feature a variety of virtual and socially distanced formats, including in-person guided group walks, self-guided in-person walks, virtual talks, social media activations, and more.

During Jane’s Walk NYC weekend, the simple act of exploring the city is enhanced with personal observations, local history, and civic engagement. Jane’s Walk NYC encourages people to share stories about their neighborhoods, discover unseen aspects of their communities, and connect with visitors and neighbors alike.

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