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Historic New York: Decoration Day (Grand Army Plaza)
Monday, May 25th at 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
Join the Urban Park Rangers in learning about Civil War history and its relationship to the holiday of Memorial Day. As we go around Grand Army Plaza, we will learn about the significance of the statuary and why we celebrate Memorial Day in May. Registration required. Registration opens on Monday May 18.
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Location: Grand Army Plaza Arch in Grand Army Plaza 
Brooklyn. Directions to this location
Cost: Free
Registration has begun and ends on 5/22/2026. Register
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Event Organizer: NYC Parks Urban Park Rangers
Contact Number: (646) 398-1479