Did you know that the Highbridge is New York City's oldest bridge? Built in 1848 as part of the original Croton Aqueduct, it carried water over the Harlem River from the Bronx into Manhattan. It is located on 173rd Street in Highbridge Park. The park itself is unique. It was acquired in parcels between 1867 and 1960 and does not have an overall design created by one person or firm. And while it is one of the least explored parks in the city it has some of the best views of the Harlem Valley and the Bronx.
Join us as Sidney Horenstein, educator emeritus AMNH, leads a walk of the Highbridge Park highlighting its history, geology and botany. Click here for tickets
1893 Map of Willamsbridge Reservoir (www.davidrumsey.com)
Did you know that the Bronx River Is NYC's only true fresh water river? It was considered a source for NYC's drinking water in the early 1830's. By the end of the 1800's it was labeled "an open sewer." The river has made a comeback since the days of reckless dumping and now supports many forms of aquatic life like Alewife Herring and even a beaver named "Jose."
Come be awed by its beauty and bike with NYC H2O and the Bronx River Alliance as we tour the Bronx River from Williamsbridge Oval to its source in Valhalla.
