Families

Take advantage of the moment, and come enjoy the serenity of the High Line with your entire family! This is a great place for all ages to nourish their senses and explore public art, horticulture, and New York history anytime. So come meander, explore, discover, learn and create together.

In line with public health officials’ recommendations on social distancing related to COVID-19, our public programming is paused until further notice.

Don’t miss our family events

We have an email list especially for families! Join to get updates about programs, events, and fun for all ages.

Family Guides

Explore the Chelsea Grasslands and Diller – von Furstenberg Sundeck with our two Family Guides. Featuring many of the plants and animals found along the High Line, the guides encourage children to observe, draw, and explore.

Chelsea Grasslands

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Diller – von Furstenberg Sundeck

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You can help our family programs grow

As a nonprofit, we need your support! Help us ensure the High Line is always a place where kids and families can create, learn, and grow.

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Past Events

Art

Some of the world’s most exciting contemporary artists come to the High Line to create new, site-specific artworks—free for all to experience.

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Gardens

Our gardens are diverse and ever-changing, with more than fifteen distinct planting zones and 110,000 plants.

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Park Features

The High Line offers nearly 1.5 miles of creative and innovative public space designs. Discover your new favorite spot.

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Support

High Line Families is supported, in part, with public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the New York City Council, under the leadership of Speaker Corey Johnson.