Edward Mooney House – 1789

Did you ever ask what the oldest standing brick building in New York City is? It’s the Edward Mooney house located at 18 Bowery in Manhattan’s Chinatown. It was built around 1789 for a wealthy butcher Edward Mooney.
 
The brick house was built in a mixture of Federal and Georgian styles of architecture and is New York City’s earliest remaining style townhouse. It has three stories at the present plus an attic and full basement. The home was located close to the slaughterhouses, holding pens and tanneries where Mooney made his living. Mooney occupied the house until his death c.1800.

In 1807, the size of the house was doubled by an addition to the rear. The house would be used as a private residence until the 1820s after which it has served at various times as a hotel, brothel, bank, and saloon. The house was restored in 1971 and was designated as a New York City in 1966.

Comes take a tour of the Bowery or Chinatown with me and you get to see this magnificent brick building.

Duration
2 hours
Group Size
Up to 8

Eyes on Manhattan: Where America Began Walk

Stand where George Washington took the oath of office and visit the final resting place of Alexander Hamilton. This immersive walk through Lower Manhattan reveals the turning points of American history at the very sites where they occurred.

Learn where the United States began to take shape as you walk the streets of Lower Manhattan. From George Washington’s first steps as president to the legacy of Alexander Hamilton, this tour traces the founding moments of America right where they happened. Explore churches, taverns, and financial institutions that have stood for centuries, and discover how New York helped shape the nation’s identity. Discover how New York City evolved from a Dutch trading post to one of the greatest cities in the world,

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Duration
2 hours
Group Size
Up to 8

Eyes on Manhattan: Sites & Bites of the Lower East Side

Eat traditional Jewish foods and walk historic streets that reveal the heart of Manhattan’s immigrant past. This must visit destination brings the 1880s to life and leaves you with a deeper understanding of what the Lower East Side was and what it has become.

You'll eat your way through one of Manhattan’s most historic neighborhoods as you uncover stories of Jewish immigration, family traditions, and neighborhood transformation. Trace the footsteps of those who arrived with everything they owned in a suitcase and built a new life on crowded, noisy streets. Along the way, you’ll sample old-world flavors from beloved shops and explore buildings that still carry echoes of a time when the Lower East Side was the heart of New York’s immigrant story.

You'll delve into the rich history of the Lower East Side, once the most densely populated district in the world. This tour offers a glimpse into the past, focusing on the era of Jewish immigration and the transformation of the neighborhood over the last hundred years. Explore the remaining vestiges of this vibrant history and enjoy tastings at some of the area's iconic food establishments.

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Duration
3 hours
Group Size
Up to 8

Eyes on Manhattan: Chinatown, Little Italy & the Lower East Side - History and Food

Taste the history, resilience, and flavor of three immigrant neighborhoods that helped shape New York City. On this private walking tour, you will move through Chinatown, Little Italy, and the Lower East Side, stopping for hand-folded dumplings, old-school Jewish pastries, and timeless pizza and pickles favorites. Along the way, your guide connects the food to the families, communities, and traditions that kept culture alive in the face of change. We'll also explore the vibrant history and culture of New York City's Chinatown, Little Italy, and the Lower East Side.

This walking tour offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the transformation of historic buildings into modern spaces. You'll discover the impact of immigration on these neighborhoods and uncover the stories of tenement life. Come hungry and wear comfortable shoes because every stop has something to share.

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