Geology: Glacial Landscapes

Saturday, December 27, 2025

1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.

New York City is the site of ancient earth-shaking and earth-shaping events. The bedrock that anchors the city’s buildings and skyscrapers tells a story of a place going back more than a billion years. Explore the intricate rock formations, hilly terrain and kettle ponds formed by glaciers during the last Ice Age.

Location

Union Turnpike and 196th Street in Cunningham Park

Queens

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Cost

Free

Registration

Registration not required.

Event Organizer

NYC Parks Urban Park Rangers

Contact Number

(718) 352-1769

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