New York Adventure Club

Tickets: $12 (includes access to the full replay for one week)

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https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1954154842739

Often overshadowed by her groundbreaking literary contributions, Gertrude Stein was a pivotal figure in the evolution of modern art. As an accomplished art collector and patron, her keen eye and steadfast support cultivated the careers of renowned artists like Picasso, Matisse, and Braque. From her role as a catalyst for the Cubist movement to her salon's status as a vibrant hub for artistic innovation, it's time to explore the profound impact of Stein's patronage on the art world.

Join New York Adventure Club as we examine the unconventional story of Gertrude Stein (1874-1946), a revolutionary writer and avant-garde tastemaker whose Parisian salon became a crucible of modern art.

Led by art historian Tosca Ruggieri, our virtual exploration of Gertrude Stein’s life — with a focus on her artistic influence as a collector and patron in Paris — will include:

• A look into Gertrude Stein’s childhood and the influences and experiences that shaped her unique perspective on art and literature
• How Stein became one of the most important art patrons in Paris
• An examination of her salon as a hub for artistic innovation and experimentation, where artists, writers, and thinkers gathered to exchange ideas and push the boundaries of creativity
• The relationship between Gertrude and her brother Leo, both in their personal relationship and their collaborative efforts as art collectors and patrons
• An exploration of the lasting impact of her collecting and patronage on the art world
• Highlights from her collection and their place in the history of modern art

Afterward, we'll have a Q&A with Tosca — any and all questions are welcomed and encouraged!
Can't make it live? Don't worry, you'll have access to the full replay for one week!
See you there, virtually!

*Immediately upon registering, you will receive a separate, automated email containing the link to join this webinar
**For the best possible viewing experience, please ensure you're using the latest version of your internet browser
***A full replay of the experience will be available to all registered guests for up to a week
****If the event has already passed, but it's been less than a week, you can still register for it on our website's active replay section!

About Tosca
Growing up amongst the artistic treasures of North-Eastern France and Tuscany, art inspired Tosca from an early age. This led her to obtain a Bachelor’s Degree in Art History in Paris as well as a Master’s Degree in Art & Archaeology from EPHE-Sorbonne. She also holds a Master’s Degree in Arts & Cultural Management from King’s College London.
After a career in art galleries across London and teaching art history at French universities, Tosca embarked on creating Art with Tosca to share her passion for art. In D.C., Tosca crafts and leads curated tours of the National Gallery of Art, highlighting the museum’s collection of masterpieces from the Italian Renaissance to Modern masters.
Tosca wants to make art history accessible, interesting and engaging by transporting guests through centuries of art, either from the comfort of home through numerous lectures and virtual events, or locally in Washington D.C. through the halls of the National Gallery of Art.

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Categories: Virtual, Art & Entertainment

Tickets: $12 - $36 (includes access to the full replay for one week)

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https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1955208153219

The American Gilded Age is often remembered for its titans of industry — the men who built railroads, banking empires, and fortunes that reshaped America. But just as influential were the women who operated behind the scenes and in the spotlight — steering society, challenging norms, and leaving legacies of their own. It's time to uncover the identities of these women and how their real stories stack up against the glamorous, high-stakes world depicted in HBO’s The Gilded Age.

Join New York Adventure Club for a three-part series exploring the real historical women who inspired Julian Fellowes’ The Gilded Age, and how their lives fueled the show’s iconic characters, social rivalries, and dramatic plotlines. In Part One: Alva Vanderbilt, we’ll dive into the extraordinary life of the Southern-born heiress whose iron will and daring moves forever altered New York’s high society — and the course of the women's suffrage movement.

Led by NYC tour guide Ginny Poleman, this historical deep dive into the life of Alva Vanderbilt Belmont — the real-life inspiration behind the formidable Bertha Russell — will include:

• Alva's early path to power, from her Alabama childhood and Parisian education to her calculated rise in Manhattan’s elite circles
• The social coup that forced Mrs. Astor’s hand, as Alva orchestrated an opulent ball that secured the Vanderbilt name a place among New York’s Social 400
• A behind-the-scenes look at the “Opera House Wars,” and Alva’s instrumental role in establishing the Metropolitan Opera
• A transatlantic marriage fit for fiction, as her daughter Consuelo’s union with the Duke of Marlborough mirrored the Russells' ambitious matchmaking
• From scandal to suffrage, following Alva’s public divorce, second marriage, and influential role as a leader and funder of the women’s rights movement

Afterward, we'll have a Q&A with Ginny — any and all questions are welcomed and encouraged!
Can't make it live? Don't worry, you'll have access to the full replay through one week after the entire series concludes.
See you there, virtually!

*Immediately upon registering, you will receive a separate, automated email containing the link to join this webinar
**For the best possible viewing experience, please ensure you're using the latest version of your internet browser
***A full replay of the experience will be available to all registered guests for up to a week after the series finale
****If the event has already passed, but it's been less than a week since the series finale, you can still register for it on our website's active replay section!

Women Who Inspired HBO’s The Gilded Age Series
Part 1: Alva Vanderbilt (Wednesday, December 3 @ 5:30pm ET)
Part 2: Mrs. Astor (Wednesday, December 10 @ 5:30pm ET)
Part 3: The Black Elite (Wednesday, December 17 @ 5:30pm ET)

About Ginny
Ginny Poleman is a graduate of Cornell University, a licensed NYC tour guide, docent for the Municipal Art Society, as well as an educational and costume collection guide for New York’s largest art museum. Additionally, she offers private tours for her own company, NYC Encounters, covering New York City Art, Architecture, and History. You can follow her on Instagram and Facebook at @Art_Encounters and @NYC.Encounters.

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By attending a New York Adventure Club experience, you accept our terms of service.
This event is a Gilded Age-themed educational webinar organized by New York Adventure Club. It is not affiliated with HBO, Warner Bros. Discovery, Julian Fellowes, or any related entities. Our event is a fan-inspired experience, celebrating the cultural impact and historical themes explored in The Gilded Age series. Any references to The Gilded Age are purely for educational and entertainment purposes, and no official endorsement or sponsorship is implied. The Gilded Age and related trademarks are the property of their respective owners, and this event is an independent initiative by New York Adventure Club.
Categories: Virtual, Gilded Age

Tickets: $12 (includes access to the full replay for one week)

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https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1968204233846

Derived from the French term for “foolishness”, the folly is a standby of refined 18th century taste in the gardens of Europe. Spreading throughout the world, these small ornamental buildings were used as hunting towers, tea houses, garden shelters and conversation pieces — buildings that suggested a world tour in miniature of ancient and exotic styles. It’s time to explore the history of the garden folly in all of its whimsical glory.

Join New York Adventure Club as we take a virtual tour around the world of notable examples of buildings in the “Form Follies Function" style, and how these playful and eccentric designs are incorporated into modern architecture.

Led by architectural historian David V. Griffin of Landmark Branding, this digital showcase will include:

• An overview of the earliest follies dating back to the 17th century in France and the UK
• How follies represented the growth of the Empires, and buildings as architectural trophies
• The Romantic Age and development of the picturesque
• Major example of follies throughout the centuries
• A look at contemporary folly throughout the world

Afterward, we'll have a Q&A with David — any and all questions are welcomed and encouraged!
Can't make it live? Don't worry, you'll have access to the full replay for one week!
See you there, virtually!

*Immediately upon registering, you will receive a separate, automated email containing the link to join this webinar
**For the best possible viewing experience, please ensure you're using the latest version of your internet browser
***A full replay of the experience will be available to all registered guests for up to a week
****If the event has already passed, but it's been less than a week, you can still register for it on our website's active replay section!

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By attending a New York Adventure Club experience, you accept our terms of service.
Categories: Virtual, Art & Entertainment

Tickets: $80 (advance registration required)

Click the link below to officially register for this experience:

https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1963572706824

*While this tour begins at 5:00pm, guests must [1] register through the UN security website in advance, and [2] check into the Visitor Check-in Office by 4:30pm on the day of to ensure entry into the United Nations*

Officially opened in 1952, The United Nations Headquarters in New York City remains the one place on Earth where all the world’s nations can come together, discuss common problems, and find shared solutions that benefit all of humanity. And no areas at the complex encompass those values more than the Conference Building and General Assembly, which contains the meeting spaces where world leaders and representatives of the UN's 193 member states and two permanent observers meet to address pressing global issues. It's time to explore this iconic Manhattan and international landmark like never before.

Join New York Adventure Club for an exclusive, after-hours tour of the United Nations Headquarters, with a focus on the historic architecture and art throughout the General Assembly and Conference Building's most treasured spaces.

Led by one of the top docents at the United Nations, this intimate 20-person experience will include:

• The origin story of the UN Headquarters, from how it almost ended up being built in Philadelphia to its striking modernist design by a team of renowned architects including Le Corbusier and Oscar Niemeyer
• A custom-made NY Adventure Club route through the United Nations, with stops at the UN Plaza, General Assembly Lobby, important meeting spaces, and more
• Special access to all three mains meeting rooms: Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Chamber, Security Council Chamber, and General Assembly Hall
• An appreciation of the complex's modernist design and international style, which developed through the collaborative effort of 11 renowned architects from around the world
• A close look at several pieces from the UN's unique art collection, featuring the works of prominent artists such as Marc Chagall, Candido Portinari, Arnaldo Pomodoro, Barbara Hepworth and Henry Moore

Click here for a preview of the experience 📽️
See you there!

*All visitors (16 years old and over) to United Nations Headquarters MUST register on the United Nations Security Website prior to arrival — detailed instructions are included in the confirmation email.
**Please aim to enter the UN Headquarters at 4:15pm, which includes [1] entering the visitors check-in office across the street (801 First Avenue), and [2] an on-site security screening (east side of 1st Avenue between 45th and 46th Streets). The Visitor Check-in Office closes at 4:30pm — late arrivals might not be able to enter the UN after that time.
***If you plan to use the restrooms or visit the gift shop prior to the tour, we recommend starting the entry process at 4:00pm — once the tour ends, guests will be asked to depart the premises.
****All visitors 18 years and older (and unaccompanied children 12 years and older) are required to bring a valid government-issued photo identification issued by a Member State or an Observer State of the United Nations.
*****Please note that HVAC and elevators typically shut down at 6:00pm, requiring the tour group to take the stairs back down to the lobby.
******While this tour is conducted after regular business hours to ensure full meeting room access, please note that an emergency UN meeting would render the Security Council Chamber, or other Chambers, inaccessible.
*******Once registered, please carefully review the instructions in the order confirmation email — failure to do so might prevent you from being able to attend the experience.

Schedule of Events
4:15pm: Recommended Time to Check into Visitor Check-in Office
5:00pm: Tour Begins
6:30pm: Tour Concludes

Testimonials
"Small group, behind the scenes access, knowledgeable host" -Dawn
"Great guide and fascinating tour." -Steve
"Our tour guide Ben was fantastic! Incredibly knowledgeable and detailed, he gave an informed and thorough history of the UN, from its birth to current day. The setting was a fascinating backdrop to all of the integral teams and functions that make up the UN mission worldwide. Totally recommend this tour!" -Catherine
"Communications all clear and detailed, after-hours time slot advantageous, Ben was an outstanding guide - knowledgeable, enthusiastic, responsive. Honestly - one of the best tours I’ve ever been on. ✅" -David
"Ben was an amazing tour guide. Smart and attentive and down to earth. Even my teenager was impressed." -Ada
"Personally tailored. Great experience." -Amy
"The guide was very knowledgeable! Had a great time!" -Katie
"Was organized after hours for availability and access to the venue. Definitely felt special." -Ashley
"Very interesting subject matter and engaging, well informed guides" -Marguerite
"Everything. It was wonderful, and our two guides were fascinating and had so much nuanced information to share with us." -Fran

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No refunds. all sales are final.
By attending a New York Adventure Club experience, you accept our terms of service.
Categories: In-Person, Landmarks