Die Bonsai-Sammlung hier ist wirklich schön und soll die größte und älteste in Amerika sein. In der Tat ist der gesamte japanische Hügel-und-Teich-Garten eine Wohltat für die Seele. Aber es gibt auch noch weitere herrliche Gärten, unter ihnen der Rosengarten Cranford Rose Garden, der Kräutergarten Herb Garden, der Children's Garden und der Wintergarten Steinhard Conservatory mit Zimmerblumen und Pflanzen.
Mit über 200.000 Quadratmetern und 12.000 verschiedenen Pflanzenarten, vom winzigen Bonsai bis zur riesigen Eiche, ist der BBG ein Muss für Gärtner, sowohl für den absoluten Neuling als auch für den Landschaftsarchitekten. Es werden Touren auf eigene Faust, Einzelkurse und Zertifikatsprogramme angeboten.
Eintritt USD 3 (EUR 3) allgemein, USD 1.50 (EUR 1,60) für Senioren und Studenten, USD 0.50 (EUR 0,50) für Kinder von 6-16 Jahren; für Kinder unter 5 Jahren in Begleitung eines Erwachsenen ist der Eintritt frei.
A splendid public Arboretum and a beautiful historic site, the Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park encompasses nearly 400 acres (160 hectares) of landscaped grounds. Follow picturesque paths past greenhouses and lawns, through formal gardens, woodland, and exquisite plant collections. The property was originally a Gold Coast estate and several of the historic buildings remain, including a Tudor Revival mansion known as Coe Hall, a 65-room structure which may be toured throughout the spring, summer, and fall seasons. Educational programs for all ages, musical and artistic events, plant shows, wedding photography, and school programs utilize this marvelous resource. .
Located on 28 acres (11 hectares) of beautiful gardens and woodlands, this non-profit cultural institution overlooks the Hudson River. Wave Hill is dedicated to exploring the interaction between human beings and the natural environment. It maintains four historic buildings and five greenhouses and has won many awards for its gardens. Its Arts Program presents the work of contemporary artists and landscape professionals. Partake in educational, horticultural and art programs that are held at the cultural center from time to time. Come enjoy the feast of nature in its own arms.
Located in the Corona neighborhood of Queens, this national and city landmark was the home of New Orleans jazz icon Louis Armstrong during the latter half of his life. Today, the house also operates as a museum, where much of the house and its furnishings remain just the way Armstrong and his wife, Lucille, left it. The museum is shown only through guided tours, which last 40 minutes and begin every hour. The tour takes visitors through the house, while also playing audio clips from Armstrong's life, such as him practicing his trumpet or eating a meal, among other things. After the 40-minute tour, visitors are welcome to explore the exhibit area and a Japanese garden.
Dieser beeindruckende, schlanke, frei stehende Wolkenkratzer und die umliegenden Gebäude wurden 1952 zum dauerhaften Hauptquartier der UN bestimmt. Der 6,9 ha umfassende Komplex wurde von einem internationalen Architektenkomitee entworfen. Die Gebäude können auf Führungen besichtigt werden, dazu gehören die General Assembly Hall, die Ratskammern und die von Mitgliedsstaaten geschenkten Kunstwerke. Wer nicht an einem Rundgang, der ca. eine Stunde dauert, teilnehmen möchte, kann das Foyer und das Untergeschoss des General Assembly Buildings besuchen. Vor dem Komplex sollte man den Fahnen Beachtung schenken, die gehisst werden, wenn die Generalversammlung zusammentritt: Sie sind in alphabetischer Reihenfolge geordnet. Es ist möglich, bei einer Ratstagung dabei zu sein: Kostenlose Eintrittskarten kann man telefonisch an der Information bestellen. Da es nur eine beschränkte Anzahl an Plätzen gibt, sollte man langfristig im voraus bestellen, besonders wenn man an einem bestimmten Tag kommen möchte. Der Eintritt ist frei.
Führungen: Jede halbe Stunde. Eintrittskarten: Erwachsene USD 7,50 (EUR 7,96), Senioren USD 5,50 (EUR 5,85), Studenten USD 4,50 (EUR 4,80), Kinder von 5-8 Jahren USD 3,50 (EUR 3,70), keine Kinder unter 5 Jahren.
A prominent landmark of Jewish immigration from Eastern Europe to the United States, the Eldridge Street Synagogue houses the Museum at Eldridge Street. It is the founders of this museum who took the initiative of a massive renovation and restoration project on the synagogue, and are solely responsible for the majestic glory in which it stands today. The museum tells the tale of how the synagogue came to be founded, storing vast collections of artifacts and documents that are valuable to the Jewish history in the country. There are walking tours and other programs organized by the museum which take visitors through the various aspects of the synagogue's existence. See the website or call for more information.
This recreational center is a treat for visitors with its modern and state of the art facilities. The pools and diving facilities go by the standard Olympic size, and there are also indoor tennis courts and a track available for students to use. Some areas are also convertible from their original courts to intramural facilities, allowing for multi-purpose use of many venues around the Yanitellie Center
This historic brick building was built in 1785 by Edward Mooney, a wealthy butcher. Mooney left his home behind when he died in 1800, and since then, the building has been used as a hotel, a pool parlor, a store, a brothel, a restaurant, and is now used as a bank. New York City designated the building as a landmark in 1966. It is the only remaining townhouse from the American Revolutionary period.
Leland Castle was built as a home to Mr. Simeon Leland in 1855. In 1980, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This castle boasts stunning Gothic Revival architecture on sweeping grounds of 2.6 acres (1.05 hectares). Guests will find plenty to marvel at, from the architecture to the contemporary art inside the Castle Art Gallery.
Eberhardt Hall is one of the oldest buildings on the New Jersey Institute of Technology campus. This mansion-like structure is a rare example of Gothic Victorian architecture in Newark. Some of the most evident features include the lavish staircase, gaslight fixtures and Victorian furnishings. This building is well-equipped with modern amenities, and its detailed architecture makes it a stand out.
The Westfield Fire Headquarters is a distinguished site and carries immense significance. The site was constructed in 1911, and is included in the National Register of Historic Places. It occupies great monumental value, and more so due to the fact that it stands as one of the oldest service institutions in the town.