history

A mayoral miscount has a domino effect across five centuries.

The Seneca Chief moves at 19th-century speed — it took about five hours to travel the roughly 18 miles between Amsterdam and Schenectady.

The New York Historical's major fall show traces the lives and legacies of LGBTQ+ figures who powered one of the most iconic movements in American culture.

Visitors at the New York State Museum are encouraged to ask questions of staff as they reassemble the historic vessel.

Featuring free classical music performances, poetry walks, historical discussions and even a 'drunk history' comedy show, Black History month in New York City offers something for just about everyone.

The Dodgers left for LA in 1958. Their history is all over NYC, if you know where to look.

Caro took seven years to write what for many has become the ultimate book about power and influence in New York City.

History and civics nerds (like us) are gearing up to celebrate the landmark law's 60th birthday next year.

Around 30 volunteers showed up to the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture to mark Arturo Schomburg's 150th birthday and transcribe hundreds of his letters.

Hail to the chief without even leaving town by visiting sites associated with American presidents right here in the former capital of the United States.