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The MTA’s Special Armored Money Train that Ran from 1951 to 2006 in NYC
From 1951 to 2006, the NYC transit system ran an armored train that moved all the subway and bus fares collected to a secret room at 370 Jay Street in Brooklyn. Continue reading The MTA’s Special...
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Where Are the 22 Eagles of Original Penn Station?
We've tracked down where the last 14 original eagles that once adorned the original Penn Station are located, scattered throughout the east coast of the USA. Continue reading Where Are the 22 Eagles of...
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Inside the Historic Montauk Club in Park Slope, Brooklyn
In Park Slope just off Grand Army Plaza sits the Montauk Club, a stunning private club built in 1891. Though it's rare to get inside it's not impossible. Take a look: Continue reading Inside the...
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The 5 U.S. Presidents Born in New York State
Of the 46 Presidents in the history of the United States, just five have been born in New York state! Find out which! Continue reading The 5 U.S. Presidents Born in New York State at Untapped New York.
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Top 10 Secrets of the Flatiron Building, Up for Auction
We go off-limits into the Flatiron Building, one of NYC's most beloved landmarks to learn about its history and secrets with Sonny Atis, the longtime superintendent. Continue reading Top 10 Secrets of...
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The NYC Apartments of Jane Jacobs
Take a tour through Brooklyn and Manhattan to uncover the former apartments of writer, urbanist, and activist Jane Jacobs! Continue reading The NYC Apartments of Jane Jacobs at Untapped New York.
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6 Hidden Coffee Shops to Discover in NYC
Uncover hidden coffee shops in NYC inside churches, underground in college basements, in subway stations and more! Continue reading 6 Hidden Coffee Shops to Discover in NYC at Untapped New York.
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VP Kamala Harris Arrives in NYC on Air Force Two
Untapped New York was on the tarmac when Vice President Kamala Harris landed for her trip to NYC in Air Force Two! Continue reading VP Kamala Harris Arrives in NYC on Air Force Two at Untapped New York.
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30 Abandoned Places in New York City
Here are Untapped New York's favorite abandoned places in New York City's five boroughs. Some are break-in-able, some open to the public, some only for the intrepid. Continue reading 30 Abandoned...
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10 Secrets of U.S. Open Tennis Championships in Flushing Meadows-Corona Park
The U.S. Open Tennis Championships returns to Flushing Meadows Queens. Learn about its secret history and fun facts as you tune in to watch the latest matches. Continue reading 10 Secrets of U.S. Open...
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10 Remnants of the Original World Trade Center Still on Site in NYC
When the Twin Towers were attacked on September 11, 2001, Lower Manhattan would be forever altered but there are many remnants from the original site still left. Continue reading 10 Remnants of the...
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10 Fun Facts About the Sunset Park Material Recovery Facility, NYC’s...
The Sunset Park Material Recovery Facility in Sunset Park Brooklyn is the anchor to NYC's curbside collection program. 10 fun facts from our exploration. Continue reading 10 Fun Facts About the Sunset...
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Vintage Cars Spill out of Crown Heights Garage
A collection of vintage cars has spilled out onto the streets of Crown Heights outside Autobabysitters, a parking garage. Continue reading Vintage Cars Spill out of Crown Heights Garage at Untapped New...
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Stony Creek Quarry and the Granite that Built New York
Tour the Stony Creek Quarry whose granite makes up a great deal of New York City’s architectural history with sculptor Darrell Petit. Continue reading Stony Creek Quarry and the Granite that Built New...
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The Pneumatic Tube Mail System in New York City
One of our favorite obscure facts about NYC: It once had a pneumatic tube mail system that stretched for 27 miles, moving mail at 30 MPH! Continue reading The Pneumatic Tube Mail System in New York...
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New York City Water Towers: How They Work
The latest episode of our The Untapped New York Podcast is all about the New York City water tower! In it, we answer questions like: how do water towers work Continue reading New York City Water...
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New Podcast Series: Take the 5!
Hear about fun historical events that happened in NYC and discover exciting experiences you can be part of in our new podcast series! Continue reading New Podcast Series: Take the 5! at Untapped New...
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Top 10 Secrets of the Statue of Liberty in NYC
The Statue of Liberty is one of the most visited sites in NYC, but it has a long list of secrets in the history and design of the landmark on Liberty Island. Continue reading Top 10 Secrets of the...
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NYC Manhole Covers: History and How They’re Made
How many manhole covers are there in New York City? How are they made? Where do they lead to? In an episode of The Untapped New York Podcast we go over manhole covers 101 and discuss why New Yorkers...
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How the New York City Steam System Works
Our latest Untapped New York podcast episode is out, all about how the New York City steam system works. Have you ever wondered about those orange and white smokestacks you see? Continue reading How...
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