Join the AIANY Women in Architecture Committee aboard the teak decks of the Manhattan, Classic Harbor Line’s elegant 1920s-style yacht, for networking and an educational around-Manhattan architecture tour focusing on buildings designed or built by women. Experience a luxurious trip through the Hudson, East and Harlem Rivers from the climate-controlled and enclosed back-deck observatory, or wander to the outer decks for fresh air and sunlight. Guests are treated to a complimentary beer, wine or champagne from the bar and light snacks, as well as soda, water, tea and coffee.

On this 2.75-hour cruise you will completely circumnavigate the island of Manhattan while taking in the sites.

Tour Highlights Include:
• Exploration of planning visions for reclaiming the post industrial waterfront as the “6th Borough” and addressing rising sea levels
• Insightful coverage of Manhattan’s classic spires as well as a sharp focus on the new World Trade Center buildings and recent “starchitecture” boom; including buildings designed or built by women
• The greater waterfront access allowed by new parks and recreation piers including the ecologically driven features designed by leading landscape architects
• The statue of Liberty, including the recently opened Statue of Liberty Museum, Ellis Island and the newest waterfront monument: Roosevelt Island’s FDR Four Freedoms Park

Credits:

2.5 AIA LU/Elective