This event is in the past.It took place on May 30, 2026 at Brooklyn Bridge Park Pier 5.








Get your hands wet with the East River's hidden wildlife. Brooklyn Bridge Park's touch tank lets you meet crabs, fish, and other critters up close, then try your hand at seine netting to see what swims beneath the surface.
Marine biology
Touch tank experience
Seine netting
Outdoor education
Tips
🦀meet crabs, fish & other critters up close
🏙️"magical" views of Manhattan skyline
🎣waders and all equipment provided
Free
What Lives in the East River?
Columbia Street Waterfront District








Get your hands wet with the East River's hidden wildlife. Brooklyn Bridge Park's touch tank lets you meet crabs, fish, and other critters up close, then try your hand at seine netting to see what swims beneath the surface.
Marine biology
Touch tank experience
Seine netting
Outdoor education
Tips
🦀meet crabs, fish & other critters up close
🏙️"magical" views of Manhattan skyline
🎣waders and all equipment provided
Free
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