Lecture: A Cyclist's History of New York
May. 24 | Museum of the City of New York (1220 Fifth Ave. at 104th St |
 Lecture: A Cyclist's History of New York New York City is home to a thriving bike culture, including the country’s largest recreational ride and scores of bike-related clubs, businesses, events, and craftsmen. Cycling historian David Herlihy, author of Bicycle: The History (Yale University Press, 2004), will present an illustrated history of biking in New York, including races, roads, equipment, clothing, and cycling's cultural impact and influences. Highlights include the bicycle crazes of the 1860s and 1890s, a milestone court case for cyclists' rights, standing-room only Six Day Races at Madison Square Garden, and technological and social changes aplenty. Sponsored by Bike New York in celebration of Bike Month NYC. Sat., May 24, 2:00 p.m., Museum of the City of New York (1220 Fifth Ave. at 104th St.). Free with museum admission. Valet bike parking available starting at 1:30. http://www.mcny.org/public_programs/all/848.html t 212 932 BIKE x 130 Ride with us throughout the year! Next up: Commerce Bank Five Boro Bike Tour on May 4, 2008. |