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Date Attended [v] |
Reviewer |
Gender |
Age |
Where From? |
Group Type? |
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Recommend - fun, yet informative!!
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| Mon, Mar 3, 08 1:15 PM |
kimartin1969 |
Female |
30-39 |
Local |
Group of Friends |
| Having already attended the Revolutionary Era tour and loving it, I was unsure what to expect from the Civil War tour. Typically, I don’t think of NYC as being heavily involved with the Civil War, but was pleasantly surprised. The tour guide, Karen, was a delight, and full of historical CW tidbits. I learned info from her that I would probably never have gotten out of a book. It is the small details that help to form a picture in your mind and she is great with that piece. I hope to bring my sons, ages 14 & 11, to both tours in the near future. It was informative and fun to learn and know that they will enjoy the experience as well. |
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Very enthusiastic tour guide
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| Fri, Feb 29, 08 1:15 PM |
rmanges |
Male |
40-49 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Individual |
| This is a terrific tour mainly because of the energy and enthusiasm of the tour guide. She is engaged, did a lot or work to get some of the visual aids, and is ready to answer questions. Admittedly many of the original structures are long gone, but the visual aids help. Also sites such as the Cooper Union are too far uptown to be part of the tour. |
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Very Informative
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| Sat, Jan 19, 08 1:00 PM |
mkrhinehart |
Female |
40-49 |
Local |
Group of Friends |
| The tour guide was very knowlegeable and was able to answer any questions asked.
As an improvement, I would suggest the tour end at where the Five Points was since the Draft Riots are one of the most significant Civil War incidents. |
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Karen's tours are brilliant!
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| Wed, Oct 31, 07 1:15 PM |
JPSmith |
Female |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Individual |
| Last year I took Patriot Tours' Revolutionary War Tour and loved it. Last week I took the Civil War Era Tour and it was great too. Karen really knows her stuff. The tour was full of entertaining anecdotes and she painted a picture of 19th century New York that made Lower Manhattan come alive for me. As far as I am concerned, this is a must-do for both travellers and New Yorkers alike. I can't wait for Karen to come up with her next tour. |
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Thoughtfully links the modern city to theCivil War
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| Mon, Sep 3, 07 1:15 PM |
brandonhuck |
Male |
30-39 |
Local |
Individual |
| This tour was well constructed and covered a variety of Civil War topics. The story about General Daniel Sickles and his ties to New York was interesting. Would have been great to hear more about New York's contribution to the War - i.e. how many regiments came from New York, how many men enlisted, and some famous individuals. The information about the 1863 draft riots was revealing - it would have been great to get more details on this, some example incidents during it, and how it changed the city afterwards. Overall, the tour provides a good introduction to an admittedly large subject matter that could support an even longer tour and route. |
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Good Walking Tour
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| Fri, Aug 24, 07 1:15 PM |
abajohns |
Male |
60-69 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family Without Children |
| I didn't find that there were many important events and artifacts connected tot he Civil War in New York City, with the Draft Riots being the most important. However, I thought the guide did an excellent job of relating what was there. She was inthusiastic and very articulate. I really enjoyed listening to her. Her mentioning of other non-Civil War, yet related, significant events which took place in NYC within 20 or 30 years of the Civil War also helped make it a better tour. |
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Great Tour, Tour guide really knew her stuff!
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| Sat, Aug 18, 07 1:00 PM |
ellent1 |
Female |
50-59 |
Local |
Family With Children |
| I will definitely be going on the Revolutionary Tour that is offered by this tour guide. |
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Another winner!
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| Sat, Aug 18, 07 1:00 PM |
rockpile1 |
Male |
60-69 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Group of Friends |
| This was our second tour with Karen and it was, once again, fantastic. We are anxiously awaiting news of a a third historic tour on New York. |
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Karen's tours are the best!!!!!
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| Fri, Aug 17, 07 1:15 PM |
curtis70 |
Male |
30-39 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Individual |
| Karen is the best. She has done extensive research to provide her clients with not only a historically interesting tour but her knowledge of and enthusiasm for the subjects are infectious. She manages to bring the history of New York alive with the stories of the people involved. This is NOT just a sight seeing tour that tells you a few facts and points out a few old buildings, you feel immersed in the events of the day. I have been to New York City twice and have taken the Civil War and Revolutionary War Tours, they are a highlight of both of my vacations. I look forward to going back to see what Karen has added to the line up.
Dr. Curtis R. Wheatley |
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Fantastic Experience!
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| Wed, Aug 15, 07 1:15 PM |
carolli |
Female |
50-59 |
Local |
Family With Children |
| As a local resident, a short distance across the river, it was interesting to learn so much history about the Lower East Side. I cannot count the number of times I visited the area and new nothing about the history of the area! Also, on the tour, we were taken to little areas of the Lower East Side that I was not aware of. The tour it full of interesting information. The tour guide was a wealth of knowledge. I would recommended this tour for history buffs and local residents that are interested in learning about their neighborhood! |
