The First LIRR Trains Pull Into Penn Station, September 1910
Celebrate the anniversary of the first LIRR train ride into Penn Station with a replica of the first ticket from 1910!
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Remnants of the First Federal Immigration Station at Ellis Island Are Still Visible
There are still remnants of the first immigrant station at Ellis Island if you know where to look. It’s something that requires a bit of investigation.
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The Top 10 Secrets of NYC’s Castle Clinton
Castle Clinton has continuously piqued our interest. Here, we delve into 10 of its most interesting secrets and fun facts, covering its two century lifespan.
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The Top 10 Secrets of NYC’s James A. Farley Post Office
The James A. Farley Post Office is widely recognized for its beauty and imposing footprint, but it also holds many interesting secrets. Here’s a look at ten.
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NYC’s IRT Powerhouse on West 59th Street Gets Landmark Status
The IRT Powerhouse, a former power station of the Interborough Rapid Transit System, was officially designated a NYC landmark after a public meeting yesterday.
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10 Historic Branches of the New York Public Library and Their Unique Collections in NYC
New York City stands strong in this digital age with its 103 libraries. From civil rights to the performing arts, enter 10 historic and niche public libraries.
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The Top 10 Secrets of the Washington Square Arch in NYC
NYC’s Washington Square Park has one of the city’s most recognizable monuments: the Washington Arch. Learn more about this historic arch with our 10 secrets.
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27 Historic Estates to Visit in New York’s Hudson Valley
Close to 30 incredible estates scattered throughout New York’s Hudson River Valley, home to artists, presidents, and robber barons telling the story of the US
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The New York City that Never Was: What The Brooklyn Museum Could Have Been
If McKim, Mead & White’s original plans had been followed, the Brooklyn Museum could have been the single largest museum structure in the world.
MoreThe Historic Hotel Pennsylvania: Saved!
Front entrance to the Hotel Pennsylvania
Last month, the Hotel Pennsylvania Preservation Society finally breathed a deep sigh of relief. The historic Hotel Penn, across the street from Penn Station, has been denied landmark status several times in recent years and its owner, Vornado Realty Trust, planned to demolish it in order to build …
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Untapped Guide to Penn Station
A guide to New York City’s most hated building, Penn Station. From remnants of the original station, to handy cell phone charging spots, to a wine shop.
MoreThe New York City that Never Was: Grand Central Terminal
In celebration of Grand Central’s 100th anniversary, we’re showing you what it could have been, had different architects succeeded in building it.
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