Wandering The Streets With A Rich Past - Greenwich Village
The Village is one of New York’s most historically rich neighborhoods and it has architecture spanning all eras. It is almost like a time capsule that has embraced culture and counter-culture alike. Originally attracting artists, writers, musicians and actors, this area is full of old New York charm with buildings tucked away on winding streets created before the existence of the grid.
5,000 Years Of Art in New York City - The Met
The Metropolitan Museum of Art was opened in 1870 and boasts 36,000 objects, including 2,500 European Old Masters, Impressionist, and Pos-Impressionist paintings as well as the greatest collection of Egyptian art and artifacts outside Cairo.
Spanning The East River Since 1883 - The Brooklyn Bridge
Built between 1869 and 1883, the iconic Brooklyn Bridge was the longest suspension bridge in the world, at the time of completion. It was the first roadway connecting Brooklyn and Manhattan.
Manhattan’s European Monasteries And Abbeys - The Met Cloisters
The Cloister’s museum buildings were constructed by merging various medieval styles and portions of buildings, and the overall design was the work of Charles Colleens. The museum was opened in 1938, and the park and museum were donated by oil magnate and philanthropist John D. Rockefeller.
A NYC Artists’ Haven - The Carlton Arms
The Carlton Arms on East 25th Street in the Kips Bay section of Manhattan, has been offering artists lodging in exchange for decorating part of the 54-room hotel.
Eastward Bound - Manhattan’s East Side
I thought it would be cool to just do an “East Side” post to show the true diversity of the Big Apple.
The West Side Story - Manhattan’s West Side
A look at the West Side of Manhattan, showing the diversity of the Big Apple’s West Side.
The Happiest Hours - NYC Rooftop Cocktails
Heighten your Happy Hour experience - literally - getting just a little bit closer to the sun or stars with your favorite libation. A rooftop invites you to slow down, relax and enjoy the breathtaking city skyline, or an awesome sunset. Whether it is a lively, dynamic atmosphere, a lounge vibe, or you’re just looking to catch some rays, New York City rooftops have it all. This is just a sample of the many rooftop lounges and bars in the Big Apple.