A close look at the religious affiliations of New York city reveals that Christians comprise more than 70% of the population, Jews 8.4%, Muslims 3.5%, Buddhists 1%, whilst 13% claim no religious affiliation at all. But is the city a "melting pot" as some claim or more of a "religious stew" with religious groups living in reasonable harmony but as separate entities? Our 6 day study tour takes a close look at the practices and ceremonies of the major religions to enable you to make up your own mind.
Subject Focus:
- Ideal tour for KS 4 & 5
Tour highlights include:
- Guided Visit to Cathedral of St John the Divine
- Talk and Q and A by Iman of Islamic Cultural Centre and Mosque
- Visit to St Patrick's RC Cathedral
- Guided talk and visit at Museum of Jewish Heritage
- Visit to Eastern States Buddhist Temple
- Ellis Island Museum of Immigration
Student Outcomes:
• KS 4 Evaluate the impact of the mixture of religions and how people live their lives in New York.
• KS 4 Interpret and evaluate many different sources and forms of religious, spiritual, moral and cultural expression.
• KS 5 Develop interest in and enthusiasm for a rigorous study of a religion and how to relate it to the wider world.
It makes a huge difference as a busy teacher to have people on the other end of the phone who always seem to be so helpful with solving the inevitable problems that arise in the organisation of such trips. 
