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Wall Street's Purrfect Past: Cat Tales Walking Tour
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Overview
Historical Cat Tales Walking Tour Financial District takes you on a special walk through Lower Manhattan. It's a two-hour tour where people who love history and cats can learn cool stories. This walking tour explores how cats helped protect the Financial District back in the day.
Get ready to walk about 1.5 miles and discover the secret lives of cats that guarded important buildings. Hear about the brave cat called the Mutilator, who defended the newspaper printers. Also, there's the kind cat who cheered up prisoners at the Tombs jail. You'll see famous spots like the Mark di Suvero Sculpture and a really tall building where working cats used to live. Plus, you'll visit where the Mullet Post Office used to be and the place where P.T. Barnum showed off his 'Cherry-Colored Cat'. Don't forget Tammany Hall, where cats named Snooky and Tammany roamed, the old office of Mutilator the Office Cat, and the spot where the Tombs Jail was located. This tour is a unique way to see New York's history through the eyes of its feline friends.
This tour includes exploring the Financial District and seeing a Iconic Skyscraper (Former Home to Working Cats). You will visit the Site of the Historic Mullet Post Office. The tour does not include any food or drinks, so it's a good idea to bring your own. You can even bring your cat if it’s in a carrier or on a leash! 
Highlights
Hear Amazing Cat Tales: Discover real stories of cats that protected Wall Street and comforted people.
See Historic Spots: Walk to famous landmarks where cats made a difference in the past.
Bring Your Cat Friend: Well-behaved cats in carriers or on leashes are welcome to join the tour.
Perfect for Cat and History Lovers: A unique tour that combines New York history with adorable cat stories.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers say the tour is fun and interesting. They love the cat stories and the guide. Some wish it was longer, and the meeting spot could be clearer.
People love hearing the interesting stories about the cats.
Kids really enjoy this tour.
It's a fun way to learn about history.
The tour guide is very friendly and knows a lot.
Some people thought the tour could be a little longer.
A few people had trouble finding the meeting spot.
The Journey
Mark di Suvero Sculpture, Financial District
Meet beneath Mark di Suvero's striking red sculpture, a landmark in the Financial District, and begin your exploration of the area's surprising feline history. Uncover the stories of the outdoor cats who once patrolled these streets, guarding against rodents in the early days of Wall Street. Learn how these furry residents became an integral part of the neighborhood's unique character.
Iconic Skyscraper (Former Home to Working Cats)
Step in front of an iconic Financial District skyscraper, once a haven for a team of dedicated working cats. Discover how these feline employees diligently protected valuable documents and equipment from rodents, becoming an essential part of the building's operations. Hear tales of their unique roles and the impact they had on the daily life of this historic building.
Site of the Historic Mullet Post Office
Stand on the very spot where the historic Mullet Post Office once stood, the former workplace of over 60 officially employed 'postal cats.' Learn about George Cook, the Superintendent of Federal Cats, who managed this feline workforce. Hear how these dedicated mousers operated on a 'two-platoon system' to provide 24-hour protection for valuable mail, safeguarding it from rats attracted to envelope glue. This location offers a unique glimpse into a quirky chapter of postal history.
Former Site of P.T. Barnum's 'Cherry-Colored Cat' Attraction
Imagine the crowds that once gathered at the location where the famous showman P.T. Barnum displayed his 'cherry-colored cat' attraction. Hear the amusing tale of feline trickery that delighted (and fooled) thousands of 19th-century visitors. This site marks a fascinating intersection of entertainment, spectacle, and the enduring appeal of cats in popular culture.
Site of Tammany Hall (Former Haunt of Snooky and Tammany)
Visit the former location of Tammany Hall and discover the political felines Snooky and Tammany, who became beloved mascots and legendary figures in NYC government. Their stories reveal how cats influenced even the highest offices in the city, offering a unique perspective on New York's political past and the surprising role these feline figures played.
Former Office of Mutilator the Office Cat
Find the former office and printing press once protected by Mutilator, the famously fierce office cat. Learn about this celebrated character who protected the printing presses and gained local fame among journalists of the era. His tale provides a glimpse into the gritty world of early journalism and the unexpected heroes who kept it running.
Site of the Former Tombs Jail
Conclude your tour at the site of the former Tombs jail, a notorious landmark with a surprising feline connection. Discover the heartwarming story of a compassionate cat who brought comfort to prisoners, demonstrating how felines provided connection and humanity in even the darkest of places. This final stop underscores the enduring power of cats to offer solace and companionship in unexpected settings.
Know Before You Go
This Historical Cat Tales Walking Tour includes a guided walk through the Financial District and visits to historical sites linked to cat stories. It does not include food, drinks, or transportation. Participants will meet at a designated spot in the Financial District. The tour welcomes well-behaved cats in carriers or harnesses.
Hot Tip
Some people say that if you love cats, stand near the front of the group to hear the tour guide better and get a closer look at the places where cats lived. Also, wear comfy shoes, and bring water, especially if it’s hot outside!
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