The Dark Christmas Tour: Holiday History in Lower Manhattan

Highlights

🎄 Uncover forgotten rituals and winter traditions from NYC’s past

📜 Walk through historic colonial streets and churchyards

🕰️ Discover how conflict and reinvention shaped the city´s idea of Christmas

General Info

📍 Location: Starts at the National Museum of the American Indian, ends near City Hall Park

⏳ Duration: 90 minutes

🚶 Distance: Covers approx. 1 mile at a relaxed pace

🌧️ Weather: Rain or shine – dress accordingly

👤 Age: Designed for adults and older teens

🧒 Not recommended for young children (contains complex/historic content)

Description

Discover the darker side of New York’s holiday season on this 90-minute walking tour that explores how faith, folklore, and social change shaped the city´s idea of Christmas. From colonial customs to moderntraditions, this immersive experience uncovers the complex history behind the celebration we know today. Get your tickets for The Dark Christmas Tour now!