The Little Island at Pier 55 is a small artificial island park on the Hudson River, located just west of Manhattan and adjacent to Hudson River Park. Its design is by Heatherwick Studio, and it offers a variety of public events and activities. It’s a great way to spend a relaxing afternoon, or even a whole day, with family and friends.
Art Cart
The summer schedule at Little Island includes free and low-cost events for all ages. The executive director has partnered with local nonprofits to ensure that all events are free or have a nominal admission fee. The park also offers two stages, one of which is the Glade, a beautiful and custom-made venue for educational events. The main plaza also doubles as a third venue for performances.
Little Library
The Little Free Library is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to foster neighborhood book exchanges and public bookcases. Over 150,000 public bookcases in the United States are registered with the organization.
Creative Break
Creative Break on the Little Island offers free art activities and workshops for the entire family. These activities take place in the Little Island’s Glade and are led by local teaching artists. The cost for most of these events is free.
New Victory LabWorks
New Victory LabWorks is an innovative arts development program that connects emerging artists with education partners and community members in the community. The program helps artists expand their artistic practice and experiment with new media while encouraging audiences to engage with their art. Artists featured at New Victory LabWorks include Andrea Ang, ChelseaDee Harrison, Leah Ogawa, Christopher Rudd, and Sarah Dahnke.
Dance Festival
Little Island at Pier 55 is an artificial island park in the Hudson River. Located west of Manhattan and adjacent to Hudson River Park, Little Island was designed by Heatherwick Studio. The park is located near West Street and 13th Street in Chelsea and the Meatpacking District.
Pier 54
There’s no need to pay to visit Little Island; this public park in the Hudson River Park is free to visit. Created from the remnants of Pier 54, it boasts an eye-catching design and well-thought-out green spaces. It also hosts many events throughout the year. Aside from being a welcome respite from the concrete jungle of the city, Little Island also provides visitors with a new perspective on the waterfront area and an immersive way to appreciate nature.
Amphitheater
The Amphitheater at the Little Island is a unique venue that can accommodate up to 687 people. The outdoor venue is home to lush green spaces and a small stage for concerts and shows. The site offers free shows, as well as a number of ticketed events each night.
Places to eat
For visitors to the Little Island neighborhood, there are many options for eating, shopping, and sights. From the world-famous Flatiron Building to the beehive-shaped Vessel and Barney’s staircase, the area offers something for everyone. Also, you can enjoy the new Little Island Park, one of the city’s newest attractions.
Bikes
There are lots of places to ride bicycles in New York City, including Little Island. This city park, located along the Hudson River, extends from Pier 97 in the north to Battery Park in the south. The park is accessible by foot or bike, and there are plenty of bike racks at various locations. Bike rentals are available at CitiBike stations located along 10th Avenue on 14th and 15th streets, by the West Side Highway, and at various locations around the island.
