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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on March 23, 2025?

13 free events take place on Sunday, March 23 in New York City. Don't miss the opportunities that only New York provides! Exciting, high quality, unique and off the beaten path free events and free things to do take place in New York today, tonight, tomorrow and each day of the year, any time of the day: whether it's a weekday or a weekend, day or night, morning or evening or afternoon, December or July, April or November! These events will take your breath away!

New York City (NYC) never ceases to amaze you with quantity and quality of its free culture and free entertainment. Check out March 23 and see for yourself. Summer or Winter, Spring or Fall! Just click on any day of the calendar above and you'll find most inspiring and entertaining free events to go to and free things to do on each day of March . Don't miss the opportunities that only New York provides!

Some events take place all year long: same day of the week, same time there are there for you to take advantage of. One of the oldest free weekly events in Manhattan is Dixieland Jazz with the Gotham Jazzmen, which happen at noon every Tuesday. Another example of an event that you can attend all year round on weekdays is Federal Reserve Bank Tour, which takes place every week day at 1 pm (but advanced reservations are required). You can take at least 13 free tours every day of the year, except the New Year Day, July 4th, and the Christmas Day. If you are classical music afficionado, you can spend whole day in New York going from one free classical concert to another. If you love theater, then New York gives you an option to attend plays and musicals free of charge, or at deep discount. You just need to have information about it. And we are here to make that information available to you.
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13 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Sunday, March 23, 2025

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Museums | Family Fun at a Museum: Celebrate Notable Women in History


Visitors of all ages can learn about notable women in history and createtheir own movable craft inspired by these women. Materials will be available for you to read about the lives of several women and then bring them to life by coloring and assembling your own paper doll. This activity highlights women such as Emily Roebling, who led the Brooklyn Bridge's construction; Kate Walker, who managed Robbins Reef Lighthouse for over 30 years; and Maritcha Remond Lyons, a civil rights activist and educator who became the first Black graduate of Providence High School, among others! You can also browse galleries and learn about ships, life at sea and more.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Museumss, March 23, 2025, 03/23/2025, Family Fun at a Museum: Celebrate Notable Women in History

Hike | Histor-tree ID Hike


Ever wondered what your neighborhood trees could say if they could talk? Have you ever found yourself curious about the life your local leafy friend has led? Urban Park Rangers lead a hands-on exploration of the life and times of your neighborhood trees. Learn about the tools and methods foresters use to understand the life cycles of forests and get a peek into the life or your local trees    
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Hikes, March 23, 2025, 03/23/2025, Histor-tree ID Hike

Museums | Tiffany Glass and Other Exhibitions


The museum is dedicated to showcasing the history, art, and culture of its area with a permanent collection of 10,000 items. One of the exhibitions includes famous Tiffany's leaded glass objects and a valuable insight into the development of the inuctry in the US at the turn of the 20th century.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Museumss, March 23, 2025, 03/23/2025, Tiffany Glass and Other Exhibitions

Festival | Spring Equinox Festival


Celebration of Persian heritage and culture during Nowruz, a 13-day festival that celebrates the start of spring and the Persian New Year. This day long festival will feature Persian music, food, and games.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Festivals, March 23, 2025, 03/23/2025, Spring Equinox Festival

Hike | Signs of Spring Hike


Appreciate the early flowers of spring! Learn about some of the flowers as well as the history of this little gem of a garden in the famous park.
   New York City, NY; NYC
1:00 pm
Free
Hikes, March 23, 2025, 03/23/2025, Signs of Spring Hike

Discussion | DNA of the Ottoman Empire: Crossroads of the Jewish People (in-person and online)


The Avotaynu DNA Project aims to explore the genetic connections among Jewish communities worldwide, particularly focusing on those that found refuge in the Ottoman Empire during various historical periods. This project highlights the genetic diversity and shared heritage among Jews from different regions, as well as the impact of migration and historical events on their DNA. By analyzing DNA samples from various Jewish populations, Adam Brown and Michael Waas intend to showcase how the genetic markers reveal common ancestry and connections that trace back to the Ottoman Empire, where many Jewish communities flourished. The findings may illuminate the historical movements of Jewish populations, their integration into diverse cultures, and their resilience through centuries of change. This research not only contributes to the understanding of Jewish genealogy but also provides insights into the broader narrative of the Jewish diaspora, reinforcing the idea that despite geographical and cultural differences, there exists a profound genetic link among Jews worldwide. The emphasis on the Ottoman Empire as a refuge underscores the historical significance of this region in shaping Jewish identity and continuity. Speakers Adam Brown was the National Co-Chair of 2017 annual conference of the International Association of Jewish Genealogical Societies (IAJGS) in Orlando and is the President of the non-profit Avotaynu Foundation. He is the Project Administrator of the Avotaynu DNA Project, a multi-disciplinary worldwide collaboration to utilize DNA to illuminate known events in Jewish history from the consolidation of the Israelite tribes 3,200 years ago to the present. Adam has been an avid genealogist for more than three decades and has spoken at dozens of conference venues on the subject of Jewish genealogy and history, including 18 Zoom lectures delivered to Jewish Genealogical Societies across the country during the COVID epidemic. Michael Waas is a professional genealogist and historian, specializing in Sephardic Jewry, with his firm, Hollander-Waas Jewish Heritage Services. He received his bachelor’s degree in anthropology with a specialization in Historical Archaeology from New College of Florida and his master’s degree from the Department of Jewish History at the University of Haifa. The subject of his M.A. thesis was “Istorya i oy: A comparative study on the Development of Jewish Heritage of the former Ottoman Empire.” For the year 2017-2018 he received the Gaon Prize for Outstanding M.A. Thesis research of the Moshe David Gaon Center for Judeo-Spanish (Ladino) Culture, as well as the Prize for Research into the Heritage of Sephardi and Mizrahi Jewry, awarded by the Ben Zvi Institute and the Israeli Ministry of Education. Michael is co-administrator of the AvotaynuDNA Project and, since 2023, he has been Associate Director of the Sephardic Researcher Division of JewishGen. In September 2023 he received a 12-month appointment as Scholar-in-Residence at the New York Genealogical & Biographical Society to survey its archive and collection for Jewish-related materials.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Discussions, March 23, 2025, 03/23/2025, DNA of the Ottoman Empire: Crossroads of the Jewish People (in-person and online)

Performance | Lists of Promise: Theatrical and Aerial Performance


One of major NYC theaters presents a blended theatrical and aerial performance piece inspired by When God Was a Woman by Merlin Stone. This sharply humorous production looks at women's positions in society through historical, political, and mythological lenses. The lists that govern women's lives - past and present - serve as an organizing theme.
   New York City, NY; NYC
3:00 pm
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Performances, March 23, 2025, 03/23/2025, Lists of Promise: Theatrical and Aerial Performance

Classical Music | Works of Beethoven, Banjamin Britten, and More for Violin (In Person AND Online!)


Kevin Sung, violin, performs notable works across various musical periods. Program Beethoven (1770-1827) Sonata No. 10 for Violin and Piano Benjamin Britten (1913-1976) Suite for Violin and Piano Henryk Wieniawski (1835-1880) Polonaise de concert No. 1 Eugene Ysaye (1858-1931) Reve d'enfant
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concerts, March 23, 2025, 03/23/2025, Works of Beethoven, Banjamin Britten, and More for Violin (In Person AND Online!)

Classical Music | Serene organ meditations in an intimate venue (In Person AND Online)


Enjoy a program of hymns, anthems, and voluntaries for the organ.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concerts, March 23, 2025, 03/23/2025, Serene organ meditations in an intimate venue (In Person AND Online)

Classical Music | The Orchestra Now Performs Works by Tchaikovsky and More


The Orchestra Now; Zachary Schwartzman, conductor; Raman Ramakrishnan, cello. Program David Serkin Ludwig (b. 1974), Fanfare for Samuel Barber Joan Tower (b. 1938), A New Day Tchaikovsky (1840-1893), 5th Symphony
   New York City, NY; NYC
4:00 pm
Free
Concerts, March 23, 2025, 03/23/2025, The Orchestra Now Performs Works by Tchaikovsky and More

Classical Music | Chamber Works


The Met Orchestra Chamber Ensemble performs chamber-music classics, hard-to-find hidden gems, and standout works by several of today’s significant composers.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concerts, March 23, 2025, 03/23/2025, Chamber Works

Classical Music | Organ Music at a Beautiful Church


Colin Andrews, organ.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concerts, March 23, 2025, 03/23/2025, Organ Music at a Beautiful Church

Concert | Center Stage Open Mic


A chance for young adult bands to showcase their musical talents in an open mic..
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Concerts, March 23, 2025, 03/23/2025, Center Stage Open Mic
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Musical | Musical Comedy

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Classical Music | Uplifting Choral Works at a Landmark Venue

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