The transfer of power from the Dutch to the English was more like a strategic merger, historian Russell Shorto contends.

Armed with a tape recorder and open ears, Tony Schwartz turned everyday noise into lasting art. Now, his recordings live on at Smithsonian Folkways, where they continue to inspire new ways of ...

Vintage neon, giant cows, aluminum blade signs and Googie design. Western New York is a treasure trove of midcentury oddities ...

This historic location is a national landmark, a level one arboretum, a destination for visitors from near and far, and a spectacular museum within a park.

New York’s path through history helps connect the community with these historic institutions that stand the test of time.

The Northumberland County Historical Society marked its 100th anniversary Saturday afternoon by celebrating the rich, layered ...

My country ’tis of thee, sweet land of liberty… let freedom ring.” Remember when these words represented the values of our ...

The historic George and Theodora Bragg House in Elmira has been nominated by New York State for the State and Federal Register of Historic Places.

A new tool has predicted all the major cities currently located in America's danger zone according to best and worst case ...

Learn how to spot legitimate ride services in Suffolk County with tips on identifying certified vehicles and understanding ...

Among the many fine micro-breweries across Long Island, these two stand above the rest, according to MyBartender.com.

But with 520 miles of coastline bordering saltwater bays, tidal rivers, and the Atlantic Ocean, New York has a rich and storied maritime history. And over the past few years, city residents ...