As an Untapped New York member, you can gain access to a new line-up of member-exclusive in-person and virtual events every month, unlock our on-demand archive of 250+ previously recorded virtual events, and get more benefits. Join us this month as we peek into the backstage areas of the Met Opera, taste rare coffees from around the world, meet the four-legged heroes of old Gotham, and more!
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Thursday, November 7th - Livestream Tour of the Off-Limits Lott House
Photo Courtesy of The Lott House
Virtually walk through the historic Lott House, one of the oldest buildings in Brooklyn, temporarily closed to the public for restoration! Peek inside the ‘closet within a closet’ believed to have served as a stop on the Underground Railroad, view objects from the home's collection, and hear expert insights from Alyssa Loorya, President of the Hendrick I. Lott House Preservation Association, and Mary Tsaltas-Ottomanelli, Executive Director of the Hendrick I. Lott House.
Virtual events are open to members at the Fan tier or higher.
Wednesday, November 13th - The Bravest Pets of Gotham: Tales of Four-Legged Firefighters of Old New York with Peggy Gavan: Virtual Talk
Hear about the heroic pooches of New York City's past in a live, virtual talk with author and volunteer firefighter Peggy Gavan! Meet a heroic Dalmatian who saved the lives of humans and cats from burning buildings, uncover the story of a monkey who saved her own firehouse from burning down, discover a miniature fire department at Coney Island's Dreamland Park, and hear more stories from Gavan's latest book, The Bravest Pets of Gotham: Tales of Four-Legged Firefighters of Old New York.
Thursday, November 14th - Exhibit Tour at The Morgan- Belle da Costa Greene: A Librarian's Legacy
Uncover the fascinating life story of Belle de Costa Greene, from her roots in Washington, D.C. to her distinguished career at the helm of one of the world’s great research libraries in New York City, as you enjoy a guided tour of The Morgan Libary and Museum's latest exhibit. See some of the magnificent and rare items Greene curated for Morgan's illustrious collection such as Rembrandt etchings, old master drawings, literary drafts by Elizabeth Barrett Browning and Edgar Allan Poe, and more.
Saturday, November 16th - Coffee Tasting Class & Roastery Tour at City Boy Coffee
Photo Courtesy of City Boy Coffee
Sample a diverse selection of coffees sourced from around the globe, then roasted right here in New York City! Join City Boy Coffee founder Marr Falber as he reveals the inner workings of a busy Long Island City-based roastery, teaches you how to taste coffee the way professionals do, and shares samples of rare coffees—like a liberica coffee not commonly sold in the United States.
Wednesday, November 20th - Backstage Tour of the Met Opera
Photo Courtesy of the Metropolitan Opera
Go behind the curtain of this famous institution and explore backstage/call areas typically off-limits. Learn the history of the Metropolitan Opera in the iconic 4,000-seat auditorium, go inside spaces like the scenic and carpentry shops, wig shop, costume shop, and armory, see where opera singers get ready in rehearsal and dressing rooms, and admire the stunning mid-century lobby with its iconic curvy red staircase.
Thursday, November 21st - A Tale of Three Squares: Gramercy Park, Madison Square & Union Square Tour
Join Untapped New York's expert guide and longtime Manhattan resident Richard Soden for a walk through several of the most dynamic and diverse areas of Manhattan! Discover who is buried in the Worth Monument, see the only private and locked garden in Manhattan, pass by the original locations of former Madison Square Garden sites, walk along the “The Historic Ladies Mile” where fashionable stores once stood, and more.
Saturday, November 23rd - Pets and the City: Exhibit Tour at The New York Historical
Illustration by Julia Rothman
Explore the visual history of New Yorkers and their animal companions over the last two and a half centuries on an exclusive guided tour! See endearing photos and paintings of New Yorkers and their beloved pets, documents, memorabilia, and clips from film and television that show the evolution of pets in the city from the times of the Lenape people to today on an exclusive guided tour.
November 26th - Historic Preservation: Past and Future: Andrew Berman in Conversation with Carl Raymond
Photo Courtesy of Village Preservation
Enter the Skylight Gallery at the Salmagundi Club to learn about the multi-decade career of Village Preservation's Executive Director, Andrew Berman as he sits down for a conversation with Carl Raymond, host of The Gilded Gentleman history podcast. Andrew will discuss his career in historic preservation over the past 22 years and share several case studies of successful projects in Greenwich Village, the East Village, and NoHo. In addition, Andrew will discuss some of the issues facing historic preservation in the current environment, as well as some simple yet deeply powerful actions passionate local preservationists can do to make a difference.
