The Bold Grandeur of New York State Capitol

The Bold Grandeur of New York State Capitol

Please Share This Story FollowFollow The Bold Grandeur of New York State Capitol Albany’s New York State Capitol is a marvel of architectural ambition and innovation. Completed in 1899 after 32 years of construction, this stately building fuses French Renaissance and...
The Breathtaking Lyndhurst Mansion

The Breathtaking Lyndhurst Mansion

Please Share This Story FollowFollow Gilded Elegance: The Breathtaking Lyndhurst Mansion Nestled on 67 acres overlooking the Hudson River in Tarrytown, New York, the Lyndhurst Mansion is a masterpiece of Gothic Revival architecture. Built in 1838 and expanded in the...
The Taughannock Giant: A Tall Tale from New York

The Taughannock Giant: A Tall Tale from New York

The Taughannock Giant: A Tall Tale from New York In the late 19th century, the serene landscapes of upstate New York became the backdrop for a curious and entertaining hoax that captivated both locals and visitors alike. This is the story of the Taughannock Giant, a...
The New York Silk Boom: A Forgotten Revolution

The New York Silk Boom: A Forgotten Revolution

Champlain Silk Mill, Building No. 1, with new addition, Whitehall, NY. Ray Rose Collection, Historical Society of Whitehall. The New York Silk Boom: A Forgotten Revolution When people hear the words “New York State” immediately they think of either upstate...
The Vanishing Soul of New York

The Vanishing Soul of New York

The Vanishing Soul of New York: Lessons from the Past and why the City of Yes is a Big NO New York has always been a city of transformation. It has rebuilt itself countless times—from the ashes of the Great Fire of 1835 to the void left by the Twin Towers. But as...
Rediscover the Magic of Queens

Rediscover the Magic of Queens

Rediscover the Magic of Queens: A Journey Through the World’s Fair Legacy and Beyond Queens is a borough bursting with diversity, culture, history, and of course St. John’s University whose basketball team I am hoping not only secures a spot in the NCAA...