Uma extensão esmeralda na próspera selva de concreto que é a cidade de Nova York, o Central Park fica no coração do bairro de Manhattan. Ele começa seu trecho labiríntico de Midtown, até o Harlem. Foi criado em 1857 por Frederick Law Olmsted e Calvert Vaux, que imaginaram um amplo espaço verde no centro da ilha. O parque se estende por 843 acres (341,15 hectares) e fervilha de vida ao longo do dia. Os 21 playgrounds do parque são salpicados de fontes ornamentadas, esculturas, inúmeras pontes e arcos, juntos formando um refúgio urbano onde vários vêm encontrar a paz do ritmo caótico da cidade. As atrações dentro do parque incluem a Fonte Bethesda, o Jardim do Conservatório, o < a href="detail.html?detailID=7290">Castelo Belvedere e o Zoológico Central Park.
A fine specimen of Gothic architecture, The Basilica of Saint John the Evangelist has expanded from a small church originally established in early 1850s to a large structure accommodating multiple immigrants of the Catholic faith today. In contrast to the Gothic exterior, the interiors are simple yet captivating. The church is famously called 'The Mother Church of Stamford'.
Qualquer visitante em Nova Iorque deve gastar pelo menos um par de horas neste grande museu. Desenhado por Richard Morris Hunt em 1895, tem mais de 150.000 metros quadrados de espaço em exposição. Entre as pinturas européias no espólio, se-incluem obras de Monet, Degas, Van Gogh, Cézanne, Titian e Vermeer. A galeria egípcia é incomparável. Arte asiática, escultura, armas e fotografias também competem por sua atenção. Durante o verão, o jardim ao céu aberto exibe esculturas contemporâneas. Veja a página de internet do museu para o calendário, detalhes de filiação, detalhes completos das visitas e especialmente o encontro das ferias de Met na segunda-feira.
The High Line is an urban oasis filled with beautifully manicured landscapes. It sits above the city on old train tracks that were installed as part of the West Side Improvement Project back in 1929. The line was primarily used to transport goods along the Lower West Side, but with the advent of vehicles in the 1950s and more accessible routes elsewhere, the last train eventually ran in 1980. Thereafter, the elevated tracks fell into disrepair, and the whole structure was nearly demolished. It was instead converted into an innovative public park, delighting locals and visitors alike. Today, the High Line is a cherished sanctuary away from the bustle of city life.
This small but beautiful botanic garden features a Japanese garden, as well as the Cranford Rose Garden, herb garden, the Children's Garden, and the Steinhard Conservatory of indoor flowers and plants. In all, there are 52 acres and 12,000 varieties of botanicals, ranging from the tiny bonsai to the towering oak. Self-guided tours, individual classes and certificate programs are all available. Students come with your valid id cards, if you want to avail of a discount.
Tucked away in Queens is an old-fashioned testament to film and television. The actual studios of the one-time Paramount East Coast production house are closed, but the museum provides tours about film making where you can see makeup, costumes and well-known movie sets. There are several theaters for film screenings and a gift shop for souvenir hunters.
This Arte Primitivo gallery specializes in pre-Columbian art, as well as Classical, Egyptian and Asian antiques. It has been in existence since 1961. The current owner, Howard S. Rose, acquired the space in 1996. He has auctioned over rare pieces of pre-Columbian art since that time. Information on ongoing auctions can be obtained online at the gallery's website, or by calling for a printed catalog. Admission to the gallery is free.
Alternatively called Davids–Garrison House or Grapevine Inn, the Jug Tavern was built around the 1760s at the intersection of Rockledge and Revolutionary roads. Possibly the oldest buildings in town, the structure sports a charming 18th Century facade. The Jug Tavern was enlisted as a National Historic Place in 1976.
Located by Little Neck Bay, the Saddle Rock Grist Mill was a historic mill used to grind grain and corn. Built in the 18th Century, it is one of the only remaining tidal-powered flour mills in the nation. Now functioning as a museum on local history, it retains its original architecture including its iconic gambrel roof shape.
The Square House Museum is where to go for a fun and educational experience on all things rye. From the history and development of rye over the years, be amazed by sights of the tavern room, warming kitchen, ballroom and more.
Huntington Free Library and Reading Room has been providing reading material and insights into local history to the local community for over a century. They have impressive collection of reads detailing Bronx's historic accounts making this library a must visit for history aficionados. The collection also includes archaic pictures of the neighborhood, their perusal is a true walk down the memory lane. Additionally, Huntington Free Library and Reading Room is a venue for several local events woven into the theme of history and academics.
The Stamford Historical Society is not just a regular museum, it is a treasure trove of information on the rich history of Stamford from the 17th Century to the present day. Through theater, exhibitions, school days and charity sales, the society engages both adults and children in the cultural and historic events that shaped the city. The exhibitions throw light on Stamford's participation in the Civil and World Wars, the lives of its richest and poorest families, and gruesome stories of the Colonial Era. The kids' exhibits talk about the toys and lifestyles of children in the past centuries. Attend historic dramas, tea parties, antique sales and history lectures for a holistic blend of fun and education. Stop by at their library and book corner to view vintage photographs and read collector's editions.