Events
Join us for an exciting and educational tour that will take you through two of New York City’s most iconic and innovative locations — Cornell Tech and the FDR Four Freedoms State Park on Roosevelt Island. This event is designed to give attendees a unique perspective on both cutting-edge technology and the rich history that shaped our nation’s values. The tour will include a guided exploration of Cornell Tech, a symbol of New York’s leadership in technological innovation. Attendees will gain insight into the sustainable design and forward-thinking facilities, which include the impressive Emma and Georgina Bloomberg Center, the Tata Innovation Center, The House, and the Verizon Executive Education Center.
The tour also will include an overview of FDR Four Freedoms State Park, located on the southern tip of Roosevelt Island, and just a short walk from the Cornell Tech campus. This serene and beautifully designed park is dedicated to the memory of President Franklin D. Roosevelt and his famous Four Freedoms speech, which articulated the fundamental rights all people deserve: freedom of speech, freedom of worship, freedom from want, and freedom from fear. At the Four Freedoms Park tour, attendees will learn about the history behind Roosevelt’s vision for a more just and peaceful world. The park’s design, crafted by architect Louis Kahn, is both monumental and contemplative, offering views of the Manhattan skyline, the East River, and the United Nations Headquarters. The Park Conservancy’s CEO will explain the significance of the site, the symbolism in Kahn’s design, and the park’s role as a peaceful space for reflection and learning. This joint Cornell Tech and Four Freedoms Park Conservancy tour offers a unique blend of technological innovation and historical reflection, making it a must-attend event for anyone interested in New York City’s evolution and future. Whether you’re passionate about technology or history, this event will be an enriching and memorable experience.
Getting to Roosevelt Island is easy, and there are many options — by car, bus, train, air, or boat! Visitors can drive over the Roosevelt Island bridge from 36th Avenue in Queens or take public transportation via the NYC subway (F train to Roosevelt Island), the Roosevelt Island Tram (from 59th Street on the East Side of Manhattan), the Q102 bus from Long Island City or Astoria, Queens, or the ferry (Astoria route).