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Scandalous Tales From Early 20th-Century Upper West Side & Harlem

By the late Victorian era and into the 20th century, the Upper West Side and Harlem had developed at a rapid pace, becoming home to a variety of working class, well-to-do, and wealthy families. But as it turns out, not all of these residents were upstanding members of their community — it’s time to explore the tales of the neighborhoods’ most mischievous characters and their ill-deeds, from run-of-the-mill affairs of the heart to truly bizarre and scandalous crimes.

Join New York Adventure Club for a collection of six sensational, yet entertaining tales from New York City’s Upper West Side and Harlem during the early 20th century.

Led by NYC Tour Guide Beth Goffe, our night of virtual storytelling will include:

  • The self-made brothel keeper who was hostess to luminaries such as members of the Algonquin Round Table
  • A descendent of an old Colonial family who resorted to tainted chowder to gain her inheritance
  • A “loving romance” that supposedly began with a splash of acid on the morning before the wedding day
  • The sad story of Alexander Hamilton’s great-grandson
  • The very public affair between a newspaper titan and his showgirl lover
  • Murder by a most unique form of lethal weapon

Afterward, we’ll have a Q&A with Beth — any and all questions about these scandals are welcomed and encouraged!

See you there, virtually! $10.

*Immediately upon registering, you will receive a separate, automated email containing the link to join this webinar

**For the best possible viewing experience, please ensure you’re using the latest version of your internet browser — Google Chrome is the most compatible. Exact technical requirements and a webinar user guide will be shared in the automated confirmation email upon registration.

***A full replay of the experience will be available to all registered guests for up to a week











When: Mon., Mar. 1, 2021 at 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Where: No Location
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Price: $10
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By the late Victorian era and into the 20th century, the Upper West Side and Harlem had developed at a rapid pace, becoming home to a variety of working class, well-to-do, and wealthy families. But as it turns out, not all of these residents were upstanding members of their community — it’s time to explore the tales of the neighborhoods’ most mischievous characters and their ill-deeds, from run-of-the-mill affairs of the heart to truly bizarre and scandalous crimes.

Join New York Adventure Club for a collection of six sensational, yet entertaining tales from New York City’s Upper West Side and Harlem during the early 20th century.

Led by NYC Tour Guide Beth Goffe, our night of virtual storytelling will include:

  • The self-made brothel keeper who was hostess to luminaries such as members of the Algonquin Round Table
  • A descendent of an old Colonial family who resorted to tainted chowder to gain her inheritance
  • A “loving romance” that supposedly began with a splash of acid on the morning before the wedding day
  • The sad story of Alexander Hamilton’s great-grandson
  • The very public affair between a newspaper titan and his showgirl lover
  • Murder by a most unique form of lethal weapon

Afterward, we’ll have a Q&A with Beth — any and all questions about these scandals are welcomed and encouraged!

See you there, virtually! $10.

*Immediately upon registering, you will receive a separate, automated email containing the link to join this webinar

**For the best possible viewing experience, please ensure you’re using the latest version of your internet browser — Google Chrome is the most compatible. Exact technical requirements and a webinar user guide will be shared in the automated confirmation email upon registration.

***A full replay of the experience will be available to all registered guests for up to a week

Buy tickets/get more info now