Pearl Street, Niagara Falls and the war of the currents: The eccentric beginnings of New York's bright lights
When electricity was first rolled out in New York in the late 19th Century, sparks flew between competitors. Today, the city ...
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New York's Richest Town Is A Charming Area With Boutiques, Cafes, And Historic Sites
New York's richest town may not be the one you expect. It's a hot spot for shopping at boutiques and dining at ...
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New York Cemetery for Enslaved People Reclaimed
decades after New York fully abolished slavery. However, as the city expanded, the cemetery was gradually forgotten, and by the late 19th century, it was covered over, eventually becoming a ...
This 19th-Century Hamptons Cottage Sits Within an Exclusive Enclave. It Can Be Yours for $18.5 Million.
The 19th-century summer home known as Clover Top is one of five original residences built within the Fair Lea enclave.
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History of The New York Public Library
Origins Samuel J. TildenThe origins of this remarkable institution date back to the time when New York was emerging as one of the world's ...
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New York City: The Heartbeat Of America
The 19th century was a period of tremendous growth for New York City. The opening of the Erie Canal in 1825 connected the ...
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This 19th Century Townhouse in New York’s West Village Is Filled with Period Details. It Can Be Yours for $8 Million.
It was gut-renovated and restored over two years by New York-based Stedila Design Inc., which specializes in traditional and transitional homes. Listed with Philip McCarthy of Sotheby’s ...
When Artists Found Beauty in London’s Toxic Fog
Yet the French painter found London’s moody climate an inspiration, and he purposely came in only the colder months. During ...
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Murray Hall: The New York politician who broke 19th Century gender rules
twice-married businessman and politician in 19th Century New York - but Murray Hall had a secret which was only revealed after his death. Now his story is being retold in Glasgow as part of an ...
The Best Places to See Fall Foliage in New York State—and When to Go for Peak Colors
A regularly updated fall foliage map helps visitors time their visit to when the fall colors will be at their peak. Here are ...
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What You Get
amenity-filled gated communities and activities near Panama City. By Alison Gregor A 19th-century brick house in Freeport, an 1839 home with Federal and Greek Revival elements in New Bern and a ...
NYC Bondholders Should Shrug Off Adams Woes, Comptroller Says
Bond investors should be confident in New York City’s finances despite the indictment of Mayor Eric Adams on bribery charges ...