Exploring Dutch Lower Manhattan: From New Amsterdam to New York City
October 18, 2026 · 11 AM
Staten Island Ferry, 4 Whitehall St, New York
A guided walking exploration of Lower Manhattan's Dutch origins, early settlers, original shoreline, archaeological sites and development as a trade center, led by Ann McDermott.
Walk Lower Manhattan with licensed guide Ann McDermott to explore Dutch New Amsterdam, the original shoreline and preserved archaeological sites, with advance registration required.
Tickets: $39.98 (advance registration required) Click the link below to register for this event: [https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/2001184533811](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/2001184533811) New York City is one of the world's greatest metropolises thanks to the Dutch, who landed in Lower Manhattan exactly 400 years ago. How did the Dutch company town of New (Nieuw) Amsterdam evolve into the city we know and love today? And what was it about the Dutch culture that made this place so different and special? It's time to hit the streets and uncover the stories and remnants of New York City's origins. Join [New York Adventure Club](http://www.nyadventureclub.com) as we explore the roots of New York City throughout Lower Manhattan, which dates back to the arrival of the Dutch in 1624. Led by licensed New York City Tour Guide Ann McDermott, this on-the-ground exploration will include: * An overview of the **European families who came here**, including which ones went on to become fabulously wealthy through commerce and trade in lower Manhattan * A **walk down the island's original shoreline** to see Manhattan’s oldest preserved archeaological sites hiding in plain sight * **How the municipal government was formed** and what industries helped build this place into the international trade center it is today * **The story of 23 original Jewish settlers** who escaped persecution in Brazil and went on to found the oldest Jewish congregation in America, which is still…