Actual arrival: October 3, 2009
Actual departure: October 8, 2009
New York Port Host: Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
Public Events during the New York Port Call – October 3-8
Event: Dockside open house including opportunities to meet the crew, view Ocean Watch, and see marine science demonstrations conducted by the onboard educator from the Pacific Science Center. All ages welcome, no cost to attend with regular admission to the Museum.
Date: Sunday, October 4th
Time: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Location: Intrepid Museum at Pier 86: W 46th St and 12th Ave, New York, NY 10036.
Event: Open house (repeat of above).
Date: Monday, October 5th
Time: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Location: Same as above.
Event: Open house (repeat of above).
Date: Tuesday, October 6th
Time: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Location: Same as above.
*Please note that all event dates, times and locations are subject to change. Please refer to this page for updates. Email ports@aroundtheamericas.org with questions.
New York Background
New York City has the largest population of any city in the United States. The Port of New York/New Jersey is the largest port complex on the East Coast of North America. It is also the largest oil importing port and second largest container port in the nation. In 2008, more than 33 million metric tons of ocean-born general cargo moved through New York’s Port. New York harbor supports a great variety of species including bluefish, Atlantic Sturgeon, white perch, herring and mackerel.
Websites
Official New York City website: http://www.nyc.gov
Manhattan Chamber of Commerce – http://www.manhattancc.org
