NOVEMBER 4-8, 2026 
starting at $2450

NYC: Where Identity Meets Opportunity (An American Story)

The Experience

New York City isn’t just a place on the map — it’s a living testament to possibility. From the sweeping vision of immigrants arriving at Ellis Island, to the bold leaders who shaped a nation, to the artists redefining culture on Broadway, NYC invites every traveler to ask, Who am I — and who could I become?

This immersive journey combines U.S. history with personal reflection and big-picture thinking. Students and parents alike explore iconic sites like the Statue of Liberty, Federal Hall, Harlem, and Broadway — not just as landmarks of the past, but as stages where individuals dared to sculpt their own futures. You’ll walk in the footsteps of newcomers seeking freedom, founders forging new ideas, and artists amplifying their voices. You’ll explore how people from all backgrounds contributed to the American story, and reflect on your own dreams, identity, and potential.

In New York, concrete jungle where dreams are made of. -Alicia Keys

View of the Brooklyn Bridge in New York City, with people walking and cars parked along the street in the foreground and the Empire State Building visible in the background.
Itinerary

NYC November 4-8

Over three thoughtfully curated days, families explore the foundations of American democracy, the realities of immigration and enslavement, the power of protest and culture, and how history is remembered and retold.


November 4

Arrival


November 5

Federal Hall (George Washington’s inauguration site)

Wall Street & Trinity Church (Alexander Hamilton)

Ferry to the Statue of Liberty

Ellis Island Immigration Museum

African Burial Ground National Monument

9/11 Memorial

Options: Brooklyn Bridge


November 6

Harlem neighborhood walk

Central Park

New York Historical Society

Options: The Met, American Museum of Natural History


November 7

Broadway Up Close Tour/Workshop

Broadway Matinee Performance (show tbd)

Options: Time Square, Rockefeller Plaza, NY library, Empire State Building


November 8

Departure


Cover page of a book or magazine titled "U.S. History in New York City" by Brook Belden. It features a view of the Brooklyn Bridge with the New York City skyline in the background on a cloudy day.

Home Study Guide

Your trip is paired with a beautifully designed, ready-to-use learning guide created specifically for this experience.

The guide weaves together history, literature, civics, immigration studies, and the performing arts, bringing depth and meaning to everything you’ll see and do in New York City.

Inside you’ll find:

  • A thoughtfully organized unit study connected to each excursion

  • Curated book lists for multiple ages

  • Documentary and video recommendations

  • Pre-trip context lessons to build background knowledge

  • Post-trip reflection activities and project ideas

  • A flexible pacing guide to fit your family’s rhythm

Designed for families with multiple ages learning together, the guide allows you to adapt activities up or down while keeping everyone engaged in shared experiences.

This resource transforms your time in New York into a cohesive educational journey.

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