Elizabeth Street Garden

Tour the Elizabeth Street Garden

Explore the art of NYC’s beloved community sculpture garden, the Elizabeth Street Garden!

  • Tour the Elizabeth Street Garden in Little Italy with Executive Director, Joseph Reiver
  • Uncover the stories behind the architectural salvage and sculptures that are scattered throughout the garden, including a giant gazebo taken from a Gilded Age Long Island estate

  • See the community gardens where neighbors plant fruits, vegetables, and herbs

  • Discover how the site has transformed from an innovative school playground, to a derelict lot, and now a beloved community space
  • Find out how you can help save the Elizabeth Street Garden from development 

About this Event:

On this tour led by Joseph Reiver, Executive Director of the Elizabeth Street Garden and son of the Garden’s founder, gallery owner Allan Reiver, Insiders will explore the grounds and uncover the stories behind pieces of architectural salvage and sculpture curated for the garden. As you enjoy a lovely guided stroll through the collection of eclectic artifacts, you will learn how this once empty plot of city-owned land has been transformed into a beloved community space. You will also find out why the Elizabeth Street Garden is currently under threat of development, and what you can do to help.

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