New high-tech walking tour shows how York's Black history was paved over for parking lots
The Paved Over Prominence Project led by Samantha Dorm tells the story of York's now gone Black historic sites, businesses ...
Historic landmarks in Iraq’s Mosul are reopening as the city heals from Islamic State devastation
For over 850 years, the leaning minaret of the Great Mosque of al-Nuri stood as an iconic landmark in the Iraqi city of Mosul ...
Where To Find New York City’s Literary Sites: From Mailer To Dylan
New York City, a haven for centuries for writers, poets, and literary enthusiasts, is a melting pot of literary influences.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH: NYC’s sacred — and segregated — Black burial sites
Many New Yorkers can cite chapter and verse about the African Burial Ground National Monument in downtown Manhattan near City Hall, but only a few know about the burial grounds and segregated ...
Another Chance To Save The Iconic Keith Haring Public Pool Mural In New York City’s West Village
Community members have another opportunity to help save artist and activist Keith Haring’s iconic mural at the landmarked ...
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New York designates part of Washington Heights as ‘Dominican Historic District’ despite local pushback
The 40-block district aims to honor the neighborhood's Dominican heritage. However, some residents argue that they were kept out of the designation process.
Visit these 12 NJ Revolutionary War sites to get ready for America's 250th anniversary
As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday in 2026, spend 2025 visiting these 12 Revolutionary War sites in New ...
New York looms large in Marquette’s history, from Al McGuire to Butch Lee to 2025 recruit
If there is a college team outside of The Empire State that can claim it sprang out of New York’s cracked sidewalks, it’s ...
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New York Historical Honors Flaco, NYC's Beloved Escapee Owl, with "The Year of Flaco" Exhibit
The New York Historical Society's exhibit "The Year of Flaco" honors the escaped owl Flaco and discusses avian welfare in ...
BLACK HISTORY MONTH: Labor pioneer A. Philip Randolph’s living legacies are today’s Black union leaders
A host of tributes across America recognize the achievements of pioneering Black union leader A. Philip Randolph — his ...
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Going Places: Landmark Anne Frank The Exhibition in NYC personalizes Holocaust as never before
This is the remarkable Anne Frank The Exhibition, opening at the Center for Jewish History in New York City on January 27, ...
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10 ways to commemorate Black History Month in New York City
Featuring free classical music performances, poetry walks, historical discussions and even a 'drunk history' comedy show, ...