Exploring the Courthouses of NYC: Where Law, Beauty, and Scandals Collide

You’ve watched “Law & Order,” but how much do you really know about NYC’s legal system? It’s time to walk the streets with one of New York’s most prominent courthouse experts to get the truth about New York’s civic history, and nothing but the truth. 

Join New York Adventure Club as we explore the civic sites and institutions that shaped law and public policy in New York City, and the nation, throughout the past 400 years.

Led by Robert Pigott, lawyer and author of New York’s Legal Landmarks, our unique experience will include:

• A discussion around New York’s civic history and how it grew from a couple of buildings in a stagnant pond to the complex web of “due administration of justice” it is today
• A visit to current and former courthouse locations to highlight their architecture, history, and mentions in literature and film
• A discussion around the local and state jail systems, and the infamous jail of yesteryears known as “The Tombs”
• Landmark trials throughout the centuries that took place in the former and still-standing courthouses along the route

See you there!

*Please bring water and a pair of comfortable shoes as we’ll be on our feet for the duration of the tour

**This experience will begin at 85 Broad Street and finish at 100 Centre Street

About Robert

Robert Pigott has been practicing law in New York City for over 25 years, and, though he began walking at an unremarkable age, has been exploring its streets for over 50 years. A specialist in nonprofit law, he has worked in private practice and the New York Attorney General’s Charities Bureau, and he is now the general counsel of a 100-year-old New York City nonprofit organization. 

Robert is the author of New York’s Legal Landmarks: A Guide to Legal Edifices, Institutions, Lore, History and Curiosities on the City’s Streets, which can be purchased by clicking here.

Testimonials

“Robert was very knowledgeable and passionate, really enjoyed the tour.” -Evan

“All of it. Having wonderful weather was a big plus.” -Barbara

“The guide had a great command of the subject. The tour was well-organized just the right length. Quite interesting and informative.” -Anne

“The guide had some photographs and illustrations with him to help show historic buildings that are no longer around. He was very knowledgable.” -Laura

“Guide was very interesting and knowledgeable! Loved this tour!” -Rosemary

“Very well organized and presented. Bob is an excellent tour guide. Extremely knowledgeable (literally wrote the book), personable, choose good items to focus on, explained the significance of each stop without going on too long, knows how to pace a tour. All in all a terrific experience which I’ve already recommended to friends (:” -Ann

“Enthusiastic tour leader. Interesting & informative tour” -Jean

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Photo Credit: Christa Lopez

Categories: In-Person, Neighborhood Tours