Meet George Washington

Celebrate the Battle of Brooklyn — in Manhattan — on Sept. 24, at the New-York Historical Society DiMenna Children’s History Museum.

Family Day recreates the Revolutionary War’s devastating fight when British forces gained control of the city, and offers children an opportunity to engage in hands-on activities and even meet Gen. George Washington, who will mingle with families and teach them about the battle.

Family Day is a family-friendly portion of a larger year-long exhibit on the historical event at the New-York Historical Society Museum.

Family Day Battle of Brooklyn, Sept. 24 from 10 am to 4 pm. Free with museum admission.

New-York Historical Society DiMenna Children’s History Museum [170 Central Park West at W. 77th Street on the Upper West Side, (212) 873–3400, nyhistory.org].

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