LITTLE RED LIGHTHOUSE FESTIVAL
Thursday, September 15, 2011
LITTLE RED LIGHTHOUSE FESTIVAL
9/25/2010 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Fort Washington Park, Riverside Dr, Hudson River
Fort Washington Park in Upper Manhattan was the first public green space that New York Restoration Project (NYRP) Founder Bette Midler targeted for her initial restoration and greening efforts. The Park is also well-known as home to the Little Red Lighthouse, one of New York City's most charming landmarks and treasures. Famously chronicled in Hildegarde H. Swift's classic children's story, The Little Red Lighthouse and the Great Gray Bridge, the site is celebrated every year by a special guest reading during the annual Little Red Lighthouse Festival, co-sponsored by NYRP, the Historic House Trust of New York City and the New York City Parks Department.
Each September, the Little Red Lighthouse Festival not only commemorates this unique and historic setting, but also recognizes NYRP’s beginnings and subsequent successes. A true collaboration among parks organizations and community members, the festival is attended by thousands of families who enjoy playing and picnicking along the park’s pristine shoreline, as well as activities including lighthouse tours, music, arts and crafts, fishing and hayrides. Food vendors are abundant and a number of community organizations provide information and encourage community involvement in many aspects of New York City life – particularly greening and sustainability efforts.
9/25/2010 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Fort Washington Park, Riverside Dr, Hudson River
Fort Washington Park in Upper Manhattan was the first public green space that New York Restoration Project (NYRP) Founder Bette Midler targeted for her initial restoration and greening efforts. The Park is also well-known as home to the Little Red Lighthouse, one of New York City's most charming landmarks and treasures. Famously chronicled in Hildegarde H. Swift's classic children's story, The Little Red Lighthouse and the Great Gray Bridge, the site is celebrated every year by a special guest reading during the annual Little Red Lighthouse Festival, co-sponsored by NYRP, the Historic House Trust of New York City and the New York City Parks Department.
Each September, the Little Red Lighthouse Festival not only commemorates this unique and historic setting, but also recognizes NYRP’s beginnings and subsequent successes. A true collaboration among parks organizations and community members, the festival is attended by thousands of families who enjoy playing and picnicking along the park’s pristine shoreline, as well as activities including lighthouse tours, music, arts and crafts, fishing and hayrides. Food vendors are abundant and a number of community organizations provide information and encourage community involvement in many aspects of New York City life – particularly greening and sustainability efforts.
