New York Adventure Club

Tickets: $39.98 ( incl. $4.98 fees ) (advance registration required)

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Subway stations aren't supposed to be this beautiful; but thanks to a $4.5 billion expansion project and a bold vision for public art, four stations along the Q line have become some of the most colorful, dynamic, and provocative spaces in all of New York. What are the stories behind these larger-than-life mosaics, portraits, and tiled messages? Step aboard for a subterranean journey that merges transportation with transformation.

Join New York Adventure Club as we explore four art-filled stations along the Second Avenue Subway, where modern infrastructure and world-class artwork meet in one of the city’s most ambitious public arts projects to date.

Led by licensed New York City tour guide and longtime subway art enthusiast Phil Desiere, our eye-opening underground experience will include:

• An overview of the Second Avenue Subway expansion, and how it gave the MTA its most unique artistic opportunity in decades
• A deep dive into the public art installations at four new or renovated Q line stations, including how the featured artists were chosen and the stories behind their work
• Insight into the design and construction of the new stations, and why traditional subway tiles were intentionally left behind
• Hidden gems within the mosaics, including subtle self-portraits, coded messages, and even a quiet depiction of two men holding hands — a quiet revolution in subway art
• A look at performance art in the subway system, from puppeteers to musicians, and how the subway doubles as a stage for New York’s most unexpected artists

See you there!

*Since our tour starts outside, a MetroCard swipe or OMNY tap will be needed to enter the subway system
**Please bring water and comfortable shoes as we’ll be doing a lot of walking and stair-climbing
***This tour does not access any restricted areas
****This tour concludes at E. 63th St. & Lexington Avenue
*****Exact route and tour length may vary slightly based on the MTA’s weekend schedule

About Phil Desiere
Phil has been a licensed tourist guide by the City of New York and a member of the Guides Association of New York City (GANYC) for 12 years. He began his guiding career to share his passion for the Big Apple with tourists and locals alike. He has lived in NYC for 45 years, and all that time he has lived in Greenwich Village. With a keen interest in art all his life, subway art caught his eye as early as the 1980s, and he has the pleasure to share it with you.

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Categories: In-Person, Neighborhood Tours

Tickets: $55.80 ( incl. $5.80 fees ) (advance registration required)

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For over 10 years inside his Upper East Side apartment, one celebrated entertainer and author has been hosting one of New York's best kept secrets: an under-the-radar jazz experience complete with a rare blend of soul-stirring performances, rich conversations, and home-cooked hospitality. This is more than a concert — it’s an invitation into the heart of a New York jazz tradition where elegance meets soulful tunes. Get ready for an "only in New York" music experience like no other.

Join New York Adventure Club for a sophisticated and intimate jazz experience in the heart of the Upper East Side that celebrates authentic old school Black American Jazz and Blues, blending world-class live music with the warmth of a home-cooked BBQ dinner that will make you feel right at home.

Hosted by JaRon Eames — acclaimed jazz and blues vocalist, archivist, and author of Historical Jazz Conversations — this unforgettable afternoon in his East 80s home will include:

• Rare access inside JaRon's cozy and eclectic private Upper East Side parlor
• A live jazz performance featuring JaRon Eames alongside suprise special guests such as pianist Les Kurtz
• A home-cooked BBQ dinner (brought right to your lap!) including Creole Shrimp & Rice, Salad, Cornbread, BBQ Chicken, and dessert
• Complimentary wine throughout the event
• An exclusive book signing of JaRon Eames’ acclaimed 600-page jazz history tome, Historical Jazz Conversations (book sold separately)
• Fascinating conversations with about jazz history, culture, and stories

Whether you're a longtime jazz aficionado or a curious newcomer, this special Sunday event will transport you to the golden age of jazz, all while creating new memories with like-minded music lovers.
Don’t miss this unique celebration of community, music, and culture — see you there!

*This experience is located inside a private residence in the East 80s — the exact address will be revealed in the confirmation email.
**Please be respectful of the property and do not share the location with others.
***Please note that the residence is located up one flight of stairs.
****Doors open at 2:00pm, jazz begins around 3:00pm.

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About JaRon Eames
JaRon Eames is a celebrated jazz and blues vocalist, archivist, and author, renowned for his dedication to preserving the legacy of Black American music. With a career spanning around four decades, JaRon has performed alongside legendary musicians such as Doc Cheatham, Harold Mabern, and Dorothy Donegan, gracing iconic stages from the Apollo Theater to Berlin’s vibrant jazz scene. As the host of The JaRon Eames Show, a jazz and blues talk show, he has archived the stories of some of the greatest names in the genre, including Nancy Wilson and Joe Williams.
A Louisiana native, JaRon’s passion for jazz has taken him around the globe, but his mission remains rooted in celebrating the timeless art of "swinging saloon singing." Now based in New York City, he continues to inspire audiences with his unforgettable performances, rich storytelling, and deep love for the jazz tradition.

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Must be 21 or older to consume alcohol. ID will be checked at door.
Ticket price is for a book signing with complimentary jazz performances, food, and beverages.
Categories: In-Person, Activities

Tickets: $18.88 ( incl. $3.88 fees ) (includes access to the full replay for one week)

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While museums of every kind are ubiquitous in most cities throughout the world, where did the idea of showcasing items in a room originate from? It's time to unearth the origins of these institutions, which not only became spaces to house tangible treasures, but also havens of profound intangible contemplation and discourse.

Join New York Adventure Club as we delve into the history and evolution of public collections, from the inaugural Ennigaldi-Nanna "museum" in Iraq (circa 530 BCE), through the corridors of Ancient Greece's Mouseion, and finally to the museums of the 19th century as we recognize them today.

Led by art historian, museum guide, and New York Adventure Club lecturer Mariska Beekenkamp-Wladimiroff, this virtual experience through the origins of museums will include:

• The earliest forms of collecting and learning, where the emphasis was on comprehensiveness rather than the confines of a physical structure
• A look at the intriguing concept of studioli, spaces dedicated to personal enrichment and contemplation
• The captivating realm of Cabinets of Curiosities, where preservation, categorization, and the pursuit of knowledge converged
• The intellectual landscape of The Enlightenment, a cultural movement that propelled the quest for knowledge forward
• An exploration of museums in the 19th century, entwined with notions of civic pride and the burgeoning free education movement
• Insights into the contemporary criteria defining what truly constitutes a museum

Afterward, we'll have a Q&A with Mariska — 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 — Google Chrome is the most compatible. Exact technical requirements and a webinar user guide will be shared in the automated confirmation email upon registration.
***A full replay of the experience will be available to all registered guests for up to a week

About Mariska
Mariska is a Social Psychologist by trade but took up her love for the arts again after the birth of her children. ​
Heavily pregnant with number 3, Mariska finished her MA at the Courtauld Institute of Art in London, in Dutch Baroque Art. Soon after this she was lucky enough to lecture for the most wonderful group of students. She decided this was what she wanted to do and set up Art Historical London offering art historical lectures, courses, tours, travel and events from London and Amsterdam, and since 2020 online. ​
Fully accredited in the UK to teach the over 16, Mariska also lectures for NAFDAS, an arts education society with members in the UK and Mainland Europe, New Zealand and Australia. She is a lecturer with the public program of the Dulwich Picture Gallery in London, and can provide live, online and recorded lectures for groups or individuals.

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Categories: Virtual, Art & Entertainment

Tickets: $18.88 ( incl. $3.88 fees ) (includes access to the full replay for one week)

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A newly transformed gallery can reshape the way we see art, inviting visitors to experience familiar collections through a fresh lens. The Metropolitan Museum of Art achieved exactly that in 2025, unveiling a revitalized Michael C. Rockefeller Wing that reimagines how we engage with its celebrated holdings, important new additions, and contemporary commissions. What new insights emerge when its artworks are presented in a space designed to honor their depth and complexity? Get ready to step into this bold renewal and discover how thoughtful design can illuminate the stories and meaning woven into these remarkable works.

Join New York Adventure Club for a three-part series exploring the renovated Michael C. Rockefeller Wing at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, home to one of the world’s most important collections of art from Africa, the Ancient Americas, and Oceania. In Part Three: Arts of Africa, we’ll explore the extraordinary artistic traditions of sub-Saharan Africa, examining how these works embody complex belief systems, social structures, and creative lineages that extend from the Middle Ages to the present.

Led by Sylvia Laudien-Meo — art historian, museum educator, and NYC tour guide — this art-centric virtual journey will feature:

• Highlights from over 170 cultures, featuring masks, sculptures, architectural elements, and diverse materials shaped by regional traditions
• A look at unique Christian artworks, including Kongo sculptural pieces and Ethiopian illuminations and murals
• Examples of early 20th-century European modernism influenced by African art, featuring artists such as Picasso, Derain, and Matisse
• A focus on female artists and their expertise, from ceramics and textile dyeing to beadwork and basket weaving
• Insights into African fabric arts, including design traditions, symbolism, and material innovation
• A look at the exhibition Iba Ndiaye: Between Latitude and Longitude, centered on a promised gift from this celebrated Senegalese master, and contemporary works by leading African artists such as El Anatsui, Abdoulaye Konaté, and Joel Andrianomearisoa
• A selection of contemporary African photography, featuring pioneering photographers like Seydou Keïta, Samuel Fosso, and Zanele Muholi

Afterward, we'll have a Q&A with Sylvia — 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!

The Met's Rockefeller Wing Series
Part 1: Arts of Oceania (Monday, January 5 @ 5:30pm ET)
Part 2: Arts of the Ancient Americas (Monday, January 12 @ 5:30pm ET)
Part 3: Arts of Africa (Monday, January 19 @ 5:30pm ET)

About Sylvia
Sylvia Laudien-Meo is a freelance Art Historian who works in and around the city in various capacities, specializing on Modern and Contemporary art, with a strong focus on Public Art. She teaches art history at Fairleigh Dickinson University and has been working as a museum educator at MoMA, the Guggenheim and the Jewish Museum for over many years, engaging visitors in conversation based, interactive art experiences of permanent collections and changing exhibitions.
For the Municipal Art Society, UFT, Brandeis Univ., and private clients, she has been touring the city for over 20 years, exploring art and architecture, parks, neighborhoods and history. Working in various different capacities gives her a unique opportunity to make intriguing connections and weave together the complex perspectives that make out the tapestry of our fascinating city.
SLM holds a Masters Degree in Art History (with minors in History and American Studies) from the Joh. Gutenberg University in Mainz, Germany, as well as a Tourism degree from the EST in Paris France.

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Categories: Virtual, Art & Entertainment