Lost Inwood Historic Walking Tour

Inwood is the northernmost area in Manhattan. This historically sound neighborhood in New York City was home of the original settling families: The Dyckmans, Nagles and Ishams.

From Inwood Hill Park (the location where the purchase of the Island of Manhattan took place) to the architectural remains of the Billings and Seaman family estates which reflects the grandeur of what this area used to be.

Throughout the 1900’s this area rapidly developed into a neighborhood of working class immigrants of various cultural origins who sought better living conditions and greater opportunities of livelihood.

Sites on this tour will reveal historic sentiments and origins of the area including Fort Tryon Park, The Dyckman Farmhouse and Inwood Hill Park.

Meeting Location: Anne Loftus Playground 

Nearest Subway: A Train to Dyckman Street

Estimated Duration: 2. 5 hours