Manhattan 12,000 BC — Paleo Period
Period: ~12,000 BC
Summary
Manhattan during the last Ice Age, when sea levels were dramatically lower and the island was part of a continuous landmass. The landscape was tundra transitioning to boreal forest, with megafauna including mastodons and giant sloths. The Lenape people’s ancestors were among the earliest human inhabitants.
Explore the Ice Age
Open the interactive Ice Age map to explore changing glaciers, landscapes, and wildlife, with close-up views of New York and Vermont/New Hampshire.
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