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400th Anniversary of New Amsterdam!
GANYC is celebrating the 400th anniversary of the Dutch Settlement of New Amsterdam and the importance of New York City to the United States and the world.We will be offering a variety of tours and initiatives.
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2025 GANYC Apple Awards March 3, 2025
The GANYC Apple Awards celebrate those who make New York City great! Over a dozen awards are given out each year to individuals & organizations from across our five boroughs.
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If you have a NYC sightseeing guide license, we welcome you to join us. Benefits include networking opportunities, members-only tours + events, optional liability insurance, and more!

GANYC Events and Public Meetings

Our monthly meetings are open to the public and take place in venues across the five boroughs. GANYC members are also welcome to exclusive site visits and FAM (Familiarization) tours offered by fellow guides. GANYC guides offer FAM tours to their peers to receive invaluable feedback and to practice new tours.

400th Anniversary of New Amsterdam!

GANYC is celebrating the 400th anniversary of the Dutch Settlement of New Amsterdam and the importance of New York City to the United States and the world.We will be offering a variety of tours and initiatives.

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Any licensed NYC tour guide is eligible for GANYC membership! Join us at our next monthly meeting and learn the benefits of being a GANYC Guide.

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Michael Kaback
Michael Kaback;Born and Raised in NYC, I spent my entire career in the garment industry, almost 60 years. I do educational history walking tours of the Fashion District and the Flatiron District, for individuals and groups.
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GANYC Executive Board 2026-2027
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GANYC held elections this past month among its membership for the 2026-2027 Executive Board.  The winners are--  President: Michael Morgenthal Vice Presidents: Katherine Hill & Rosemary Shmavonian Treasurer: Sara Lyons Secretaries: Daria Walcott & Jose Raudales Members-at-…
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GANYC FAM Tour of New Amsterdam
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