Tour: City Island

A Picturesque Waterfront Community in the Bronx

WITH BARBARA BURN DOLENSEK

Once part of Westchester County, City Island in the Bronx has a rich history that includes oystering, farming, shipbuilding, sail making, designing America’s Cup winners, and much more. Join Barbara Burn Dolensek of the City Island Historical Society for a walk around this maritime community. Stops include the City Island Nautical Museum, several landmarked buildings, a shady public park and soldiers’ memorial, and beautiful shoreline views of Long Island Sound. Plan on spending the whole day – do some shopping and enjoy a late lunch or early dinner. Arrive early to spend extra time in the Nautical Museum.











When: Sat., Sep. 7, 2019 at 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Where: The Municipal Art Society of New York
Tour locations vary
212-935-3960
Price: Member: $20 Non-member: $30
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A Picturesque Waterfront Community in the Bronx

WITH BARBARA BURN DOLENSEK

Once part of Westchester County, City Island in the Bronx has a rich history that includes oystering, farming, shipbuilding, sail making, designing America’s Cup winners, and much more. Join Barbara Burn Dolensek of the City Island Historical Society for a walk around this maritime community. Stops include the City Island Nautical Museum, several landmarked buildings, a shady public park and soldiers’ memorial, and beautiful shoreline views of Long Island Sound. Plan on spending the whole day – do some shopping and enjoy a late lunch or early dinner. Arrive early to spend extra time in the Nautical Museum.

Buy tickets/get more info now