Fort Totten Park
Historic New York: Environmental Impacts of the Civil War
Sunday, April 13, 2025
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers as we explore the often-overlooked environmental history of the Civil War. Discover how weather, disease, and the natural landscape shaped key battles and impacted on the lives of soldiers and civilians alike. Learn how deforestation, agriculture, and resource demands transformed the environment creating lasting effects that extend far beyond the battlefield. This journey reveals the intertwined stories of nature and conflict, offering a fresh perspective on one of America’s defining moments.
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Free
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Registration not required.
Event Organizer
NYC Parks Urban Park Rangers
Contact Number
(718) 352-1769
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Fort Totten Visitors Center
Fort Totten Visitors Center will be closed until further notice.

Contacts
Northeast Queens Administrators Office : (718) 352-4793