Tenement Apartment Tours

100 Years Apart

Explore how immigrant women coped with economic hardship through the stories of Natalie Gumpertz and Mrs. Wong. Hear how these two women, living a century apart, shared similar struggles, hopes, and survival strategies as they made new lives while working in New York City’s garment industry.

Visit the recreated 1880s tenement apartment of the Gumpertz family, whose primary breadwinner disappeared during the Panic of 1873. Then, visit an interactive 1980s Chinatown garment shop that connects you directly to the memories of Mrs. Wong, her children, and her co-workers. How did a 19th century German-Jewish immigrant and a 20th century Chinese immigrant rely on their communities during hard times?

Tenement Apartment Tours

100 Years Apart

Explore how immigrant women coped with economic hardship through the stories of Natalie Gumpertz and Mrs. Wong. Hear how these two women, living a century apart, shared similar struggles, hopes, and survival strategies as they made new lives while working in New York City’s garment industry.

Visit the recreated 1880s tenement apartment of the Gumpertz family, whose primary breadwinner disappeared during the Panic of 1873. Then, visit an interactive 1980s Chinatown garment shop that connects you directly to the memories of Mrs. Wong, her children, and her co-workers. How did a 19th century German-Jewish immigrant and a 20th century Chinese immigrant rely on their communities during hard times?

Tour type
Tenement Apartment Tours
Tour Location
97 and 103 Orchard Street
Tour Duration
75 minutes
Recommended ages
Ages 5 + Permitted
Not recommended for visitors with mobility issues
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63 Up / 62 Down

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Admission

  • Individual $30
  • Individual Using a Wheelchair $30

Member

  • Member $0

Book this tour as a private experience!

Host a private tour for a small group at a flat rate of $360 (on Monday – Friday between 10 am – 5 pm) and $450 outside of business hours and on weekends and holidays. Members receive a 15% discount.

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