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The Outlaws Who Built Manhattan Walking Tour
Step into the scandalous history of New York City on Purefinder New York’s ultimate tour of felons, grifters, and opportunists! The Outlaws Who Built Manhattan takes you on a thrilling journey through the shady dealings, audacious schemes, and larger-than-life characters who shaped the city’s evolution—and its skyline.
Main Features:
From Raucous to Riches: Learn how Manhattan’s most notorious noisy neighbors helped launch the city’s “old money” dynasties.
Pills, Potions, and Power: Discover how Manhattan-made concoctions reshaped the city’s demographics and created lasting ripples.
Pirates and Landmarks: Uncover the surprising connections between infamous outlaws like Captain Kidd and iconic New York sites.
Law and Disorder: Dive into the murky origins of the NYPD and FBI and their dubious rise to power.
Venue: Financial District, Manhattan
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