We are partnering with Culture Pass NYC this fall/winter to bring King Manor Museum to you!

Join us at the New York Public Library at Tompkins Square on November 17th at 4:30 pm to decode secret wartime messages!

In the summer of 1778, George Washington ordered Major Benjamin Tallmadge to organize a network to spy on the British during their occupation of New York City, an operation now known as the Culper Spy Ring. Learn about the spy network’s operations right here in Queens! You will make your own Caesar Cipher tool like those used by Tallmadge’s agents, then decode a secret message based on the Battle of Long Island.

Participants will try using the Culper Code, a numerical code used by Tallmadge’s agents that proved an invaluable asset to the patriot cause. Help us keep messages from falling into British hands!

This program is free and will be presented in English. All ages are welcome.