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Lower East Side History Project
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Eric Ferrara was curious about his own family's history since they arrived back in the 1890s. By 1991, he organized his research, connected with others from the area and turned his passion into the... Read More
Eric Ferrara was curious about his own family's history since they arrived back in the 1890s. By 1991, he organized his research, connected with others from the area and turned his passion into the Lower East Side History Project, an an award-winning non-profit organization. Staffed by professional educators and researchers, movie & TV consultants and, multi-generational Lower East Siders. Everyone involved in LESHP are actually from the neighborhood and active in the community. The walking tours are often used as a vehicle to create school programs and TV/movie projects. Join the "Greatest Hits" for insight into Italian immigration, the Bowery, East Village or one of the most popular, the Mafia Walking tour.
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EXPERT TIPS BY:
Maria Lisella
New York Local Expert
- Tours and Excursions: "Food is not included in these very affordable jaunts, but legendary dining spots along the way include Katz, Yonah Schimmel's Knish and Little Italy."
- Best for Tours and Excursions Because: Great insights for natives and visitors into iconic synagogues, settlement houses, the Black Hand, sweatshops, told by experts sans stereotypes. Reservations recommended.
