Drone Video Captures Abandoned Bayley Seton Hospital on Staten Island from Above
A videographer captures the abandoned Bayley Seton Hospital on Staten Island using a drone, showcasing the forgotten architecture being left to decay .
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11 Things to Do This Week in NYC: August 17 – August 23, 2018
Check out our Untapped Picks for how to get out and experience all the history, art, and culture of New York City this week!
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Where Did the Rubble Go?: 6 Spots Built from NYC’s Subway Excavation
The creation of the NYC subway system misplaced literally tons of dirt and stone, but those materials did not go to waste. Here are six places built from the excavation of the subway.
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A Mile-Long Opera with 1000 Singers is Coming to the High Line
One thousand singers will take over the High Line this October for a mile long opera performance!
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Apply to join our 17th internship class, starting Fall 2018, here at Untapped Cities. We’re looking for some bright, motivated writers to join the team.
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Track Down Fragments of Old New York in the Novel, The Gargoyle Hunters
For those that love old NYC, The Gargoyle Hunters is a thrilling novel that draws on true, practically unbelievable stories about the city’s architecture.
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The Top 10 Secrets of McSorley’s Old Ale House in NYC
McSorley’s has been incredibly popular since the time it opened, and the sawdust-covered floors of this East Village institution have many secrets to share.
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The Secret Plot to Kidnap Benedict Arnold in NYC
It was October, 1780, and George Washington had a problem. General Benedict Arnold, decorated officer, the hero of Saratoga, had just defected to the British.
MoreTour the New Hunters Point South Park with NYC Parks Deputy Director of Public Art
Explore the art and architecture of the newly opened Phase 2 of Hunters Point South Park with the NYC Parks Deputy Director of Public Art.
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A Mobile Wetland is Coming to the Bronx in the Project, Finding Tibbets Brook
The now-buried Tibbetts Brook once wound its way across the undeveloped land of the Bronx. A mobile wetlands is raising awareness for the river’s daylighting.
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Untapped Cities Tours and Events this Week: August 13th – August 19th, 2018
Join Untapped Cities this week to explore the iconic Woolworth Building, gain exclusive access to the abandoned Ellis Island Hospital, celebrate the anniversary of Hudson River Park and uncover the history of the New York City Subway!
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The Vegas That Doesn’t Need to Stay in Vegas
Las Vegas has so much to offer visitors beyond the usual experiences whether you stay on or off the Strip. Don’t miss your chance to see another side of Vegas that you’ll want to share with friends and family, and will have you coming back for more.
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Tour of the Secrets of Grand Central Terminal
Discover the many secrets of NYC’s Grand Central Terminal in this Untapped Cities tour led by Tamara Agins of the NYC Department of City Planning.
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Behind-the-Scenes Hard Hat Tour of the Abandoned Ellis Island Hospital
Discover infectious and contagious disease wards, an autopsy room, the kitchen and other off-limits places on our hard hat tour of Ellis Island Hospital.
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Underground Tour of the NYC Subway!
Take a ride through the history of the world’s largest rapid transit system by weaving in and out of the past, present and future transit hubs of NYC.
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The Top 10 Secrets of McSorley’s Old Ale House in NYC
McSorley’s has been incredibly popular since the time it opened, and the sawdust-covered floors of this East Village institution have many secrets to share.
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The Top 10 Secrets of Flushing Town Hall in Queens
Flushing Town Hall is a picturesque landmark on Northern Boulevard with a rich history, notable architecture and vibrant use as a multi-cultural arts center.
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Remnants of the Lost Liberty Theater in Times Square Hidden in Plain Sight
With almost no visible reminder along the street, the lost Liberty Theater in Times Square remains intact behind an Applebees and a Dave & Busters.
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The Vegas That Doesn’t Need to Stay in Vegas
Las Vegas has so much to offer visitors beyond the usual experiences whether you stay on or off the Strip. Don’t miss your chance to see another side of Vegas that you’ll want to share with friends and family, and will have you coming back for more.
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17 Must Visit Places in Fort Greene, NYC: An Untapped Cities Guide
Boasting ethnically diverse restaurants, stunning architecture and renowned institutions, Fort Greene is a thriving urban cultural hub that’s trendy, yet simultaneously community-oriented. With a history dating back to the Revolutionary War, it’s no surprise that the neighborhood is distinguished by architectural and historical artifacts such as the Prison Ship Martyrs’ Monument in Fort Greene Park, formerly …
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50 NYC Outdoor Art Installations Not to Miss in August 2018
The August 2018 NYC art installations that you must go see, covering parks and waterways in all five boroughs. They are unique works created by diverse artists.
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