With 2017 being New York City’s Art in the Parks 50th anniversary, it is a great time to celebrate ten of the most stunning pieces from the program’s past.
MoreNestled deep in Brooklyn is Floyd Bennett Field, the site of NYC’s first municipal airport. Opening in 1931, this airfield’s long history holds many secrets.
MoreFor sixteen years, New York City has shown its resiliency in the aftermath of the attacks on September 11, 2001. Here are ten ways to commemorate 9/11 in NYC.
MoreExplore the history of Marine Park, one of Brooklyn’s most natural areas, through the lens of urban archaeologist Alyssa Loorya and her students.
MoreDespite villain status in NYC, Robert Moses was also responsible for many public projects New Yorkers continue to enjoy today including 20,000+ acres of parks.
MoreLocated in South Brooklyn along Jamaica Bay, Marine Park is a neighborhood full of history and secrets dating back to the Native American era.
MoreIn Marine Park, Brooklyn, 92-year-old John Cortese, a WWII veteran, is still tending to the old-school grocery store founded by his father. Step back in time.
MoreAn exclusive look at the Lott House in Brooklyn, this video takes people inside the historic farmhouse that may have been a stop on the Underground Railroad.
MoreThough many city dwellers may not realize it, there are numerous nature trails in NYC, perfect for outdoor activities and escaping the city’s busyness.
MoreForgotten Mau Mau Island near Mill Basin in Brooklyn hosted a free-for-all artistic naval battle hosted by Swimming Cities in 2011. Sabotage was highly encouraged.
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