Life and Death in 1918 | In this virtual experience, examine what made the influenza of 1918 so devastating and how New York City responded to the global health crisis. Through the story of the Burinescus, an immigrant family from Romania, we’ll examine parallels between the 1918 influenza and our current moment, and consider how we might remember these pandemics in the years to come.
Piecing It Together | This program looks at two families, the Rogarshevskys and the Wongs, separated by 70 years yet connected by their work in the garment industry in Lower Manhattan. Explore stories of the women in these families who sewed for a living, how this work shaped who they were, and how they affected change in their time.
How to Build a Neighborhood | This virtual walking tour explores the history of the Lower East Side through its architecture over 200 years. You’ll see how buildings are reflections of the cultures, ideas, and people that built them, and together, we’ll unlock the stories behind every façade.
Exploring a Tenement | On this virtual hard hat tour, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at the process and philosophy behind the Tenement Museum’s recreated historic spaces. Learn what it takes to recreate apartments from the 1860s and 1930s with before and after pictures, why some areas haven’t been recreated, and how we make choices and preservation in our historic tenement.
Reclaiming Black Spaces | In our newest virtual tour, we highlight stories of how Black and African Americans shaped Lower Manhattan as they made homes, businesses, and communities here over centuries. Explore how their experiences were shaped by migration, how Black communities created a sense of home, and how they resisted the racism they faced. |
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Specialized Experience
A 60-minute interactive virtual experience that explores in-depth, topical discussions led by experts and educators. Specialized experiences explore topics including public health, public education, women’s history, and personal storytelling.

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