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The Bensonhurst Statue House, a Pop Art Phenomenon in Brooklyn
In all of New York City, there’s nothing quite like the Bensonhurst Statue House. Located halfway down 85th Street between 20th and 21st avenues, number 2056 would be fairly nondescript were it not for...
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The Truman Capote House in Brooklyn Where He Wrote Breakfast at Tiffany’s
There is no plaque on the large Greek Revival townhouse at 70 Willow Street in Brooklyn Heights, but writer Truman Capote lived here from 1955 to 1965 while writing In Cold Blood, Breakfast at...
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The Carroll Street Bridge, the Only Wooden Bridge in NYC for Cars
“Any Person Driving over this Bridge Faster than a Walk will be Subject to a Penalty of Five Dollars for Each Offence,” reads the central sign on the Carroll Street Bridge in Gowanus, Brooklyn. It’s a...
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The Lost Lewisohn Stadium at City College of New York
On the campus of The City College of New York, across from the iconic Shepard Hall and in front of the North Academic Center sits the Adolph Lewisohn Plaza, which contains the last remnants of the lost...
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The Coignet Building, a Showcase for Concrete in Brooklyn
Before the Whole Foods in Gowanus was built, a handsome building stood alone, left over from the bustling concrete industry that came before. But more than just another pretty Neoclassical building,...
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Filming Locations for Atlantic Crossing on PBS Masterpiece
See the filming locations of Atlantic Crossing on PBS Masterpiece, the story of Crown Princess Märtha during World War II and her unlikely relationship with FDR. Continue reading Filming Locations for...
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Are There Sharks in NYC? The Case of the Central Park Shark
The idea of sharks in NYC seems a bit implausible, apart from an exhibit at the New York Aquarium perhaps and appearances in Sharknado 2: The Second One. Yet, the Twitter account @AnimalMemorial...
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The Last Wooden Bridges on Staten Island
Amidst the creeks and marshes upland from Midland Beach, Staten Island are two small wooden bridges, which form the last of their kind in New York City, still allowing cars to cross over. A more...
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Top 10 Secrets of the Empire State Building
This week marks the 90th birthday of the Empire State Building and even one of the world’s most famous buildings, has its secrets. We were recently treated to a truly behind-the-scenes tour of the...
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The Topographical Bureau Monuments in New York City
Have you ever come across one of these "topographical bureau" markers? They're usually found in sidewalks and look like mini manhole covers. Continue reading The Topographical Bureau Monuments in New...
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“The Sons of Sam” on Netflix Looks Back at NYC’s Summer of Sam
The new Netflix series "The Sons of Sam: A Descent Info Darkness" looks back at the events leading up to the "Summer of Sam." Continue reading “The Sons of Sam” on Netflix Looks Back at NYC’s Summer of...
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Filming Locations for Halston on Netflix
The new limited series Halston stars Ewan McGregor as the iconic fashion designer with filming locations predominantly in New York City. Continue reading Filming Locations for Halston on Netflix at...
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Untapped New York is Hiring!
The Untapped New York team is expanding! We're hiring for two types of positions, an Operations Coordinator and for new tour guides in NYC! Continue reading Untapped New York is Hiring! at Untapped New...
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The Waldorf-Astoria and the United Nations’ Fascinating Connection
In the book American Hotel: The Waldorf-Astoria and the Making of a Century David Freeland shows the hotel's surprising connection to the UN. Continue reading The Waldorf-Astoria and the United...
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“Woman in the Window” Filming Locations
The Woman in the Window, recently released on Netflix starring Amy Adams is set in a Harlem townhouse located on 121st Street. Continue reading “Woman in the Window” Filming Locations at Untapped New...
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First Look at Little Island Open Today!
Little Island, the unique park by Thomas Heatherwick opens tomorrow located at 13th Street in Hudson River Park. Continue reading First Look at Little Island Open Today! at Untapped New York.
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Filming Locations for Master of None on Netflix
Master of None starring Aziz Ansari and Lena Waithe was an overnight Netflix sensation. Here are the many filming locations in New York City. Continue reading Filming Locations for Master of None on...
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Art Installation on Lighthouse Tender LILAC Celebrates 88 Years
A new art installation on the lighthouse tender Lilac at Pier 25 melds historic photography and audio wrapped around the boat's smokestack. Continue reading Art Installation on Lighthouse Tender LILAC...
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The Lost Madison Square Gardens in NYC
Ever wonder why Madison Square Garden is located atop Penn Station and not at Madison Square? The story is very New York, and is not quite finished yet. Continue reading The Lost Madison Square Gardens...
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An Eagle from Grand Central is at a New Jersey Zoo
Many of Grand Central Station's ended up all over the eastern seaboard following demolition, but one ended up at a New Jersey petting zoo. Continue reading An Eagle from Grand Central is at a New...
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