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This event is in the past.It took place on October 29, 2026 at The High Line.

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Walking Tour

Spotlight tour: History

October 29 at 5:30pm

At The High Line

Chelsea,聽New York

馃尶"a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of Manhattan"
鉂わ笍"one of my favorite public spaces anywhere"
馃搷Meet at the top of the Gansevoort Street stairs

How does a freight rail line become a floating garden? Docents spill the whole story on this free 90-minute walk, from gritty rail yards to the elevated park New Yorkers now claim as their own.

Docent-led stories
Railway history
Skyline views
Free activity

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  • Docent-led stories
  • Railway history
  • Skyline views
  • Free activity
  • The High Line
  • Chelsea
  • New York

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