The History of Old New York

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The colonial past is still very much present in modern-day New York. This tour will enable you to understand how New York City became one of the greatest cities in the world.

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Highlights

  • See the present-day site of the American Indian Museum - a former Dutch Fort
  • Tour Hamilton’s NYC
  • Hear how the stock market developed and learn about the Buttonwood Agreement
  • Walk the streets of the Dutch and the English

Description

New York City emerged from a Dutch trading post to one of greatest cities in the world. It was the site of the first federal hall of the United States Government, the place where Washington, Hamilton and Jefferson lived, the location of a slave market, the place where the stock market was created and numerous other historical, political and cultural aspects that helped shape of our current society. In this walking tour of Old New York, we'll dive into the history of early New York, explore the Revolutionary War in NYC, talk about the influence of Alexander Hamilton, the key figures that established American independence and how this impacts what, and who, America is today. On this tour, you'll visit many places where the history of this country all started.

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Tour starts at the Alexander Hamilton Custom House which is now the Museum of the American Indian. Location is 1 Bowling Green

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