Taverns

“A Pig in a Poke; Whist, Whist,” James Gillray, 1788 - The British Museum Collection Online

Drinking & Gaming in 18th Century New York

Back in the 18th century, New Yorkers were on a dissipated mission. Think you could keep up?

This is actually the New York Palace Garden, 1858. There are very few images of New York’s pleasure gardens from the 18th century. (Source: NYPL)

Pleasure Gardens

The pleasure gardens of early New York were escapes from the bustle of the growing town.