Vogelsang House Blog

Did you know that at one point in time, the Lower East Side was one of the most densely populated places on Earth?!? Over a century ago most of the immigrants in the Lower East Side came from Europe. Now the Lower East Side is home to immigrants from many places around the world. This past Monday, Vogelsang House had an amazing time on our field trip to the Tenement Museum and the Lower East Side!!! At the Tenement Museum, we took a tour of restored tenements and learned about the Gumpertz family who immigrated from Prussia in the 1880s and the Baldicci Family who immigrated from Italy in the 1920s. Thanks to our numerous Parent chaperones, we were also able to split into small groups and romp around the Lower East Side, looking for “signs” of today’s immigration. Because it is such a wonderfully diverse neighborhood, we were all able to experience flavored treats, vivid colors, and unique smells. Another great day!