Landmarks & Cocktales
The New York Tour & Cocktail Experience for the Culturally Curious.
Become the person who knows something the rest of New York doesn't.
Ten thousand people rush through Grand Central Terminal every hour. Almost none of them look up.
What you're walking past
Few people know the hidden stories inside one of the world's most iconic train stations. Even fewer know the men who ensured this landmark became what it is.
A story you can taste
Follow these tales through the halls of Grand Central to a nearby bar with a modern take on old New York charm. Here, their story waits for you in a glass. Every ingredient reveals a part of the tale.
What you walk out with
A story that captivates a room, and the kind of afternoon you only get with people as curious as you.
🎟️ Tickets Include:
- A tour of Grand Central Terminal led by a GANYC-licensed guide
- An intimate guided cocktail tasting and storytelling talk
- One story-inspired welcome cocktail (or mocktail upon request)
- A keepsake with the full drink recipe and story
Event Capacity: Limited to 22 guests
Pickup currently not available
NEXT EXPERIENCE HAPPENING:
Saturday, September 19, 2026 | 3:30pm – 6:30pm
📍Grand Central Terminal → MAD Bar & Lounge, Murray Hill, NYC (7-min walk)
This event is for guests 21 and over.
👗 Dress Code: Summer Cocktail Attire
Space is Limited. Secure Your Spot.
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About This Experience
If you crave the depth of a history tour, the polish of a sophisticated night out, and love uncovering NYC stories you won't find in a guidebook, then this experience is made for you.
About Your Host
LaShana Daniels, The Libation Librarian, turns NYC's forgotten Black history into delicious cocktails.
A drinks writer and Social Media Ambassador for J.P. Morgan's Library & Museum, she's spent years uncovering the stories most textbooks skip - then pouring them into a glass.
Frequently Asked Questions
I have mobility/walking concerns. Can I still attend?
- This experience spans less than 10 city blocks, and all venues are wheelchair-accessible.
- We designed the event with comfort and leisure in mind so you can relax and take in every interesting detail.
What if the weather is bad?
- This experience is 99% indoors and will proceed rain or shine.
How long is the entire experience?
- The experience is 3 hours in total.
All ticket sales are final.