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Video: The roots of Hollywood on NYC’s Lower East Side

This original LESHP documentary explores the important role that many Lower East Siders played during
the early days of the motion picture industry.

Walk this history: the streets in this article are on the route of our Jewish Lower East Side Walking Tour, a private walking tour led by historians and lifelong locals. Private tours run daily on request — $150 for one hour / $300 for two hours per group. To book, visit leshp.org or call (347) 465-7767.

"Eric Ferrara" founder of Lower East Side History Project

Eric is a 4th generation Lower East Sider, professional NYC history author, movie & TV consultant, and founder of Lower East Side History Project.

See the Lower East Side for yourself

The Lower East Side History Project leads private walking tours led by native New Yorker historians — just your group, at your pace.

Private tours: 1 hour $150 / 2 hours $300 per group. Call (347) 465-7767 or contact us to book.