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Blue Heron Park & Nature Center An outstanding park in every sense of the word, New York City acquired the refuge land in segments, between 1974 and 2001. Due to the hard work and dedication of concerned Staten Islanders, the area gradually saw its transformation from a tragic wasteland filled with abandoned old cars to…

Bryant Park Long-time New York City landmark Bryant Park has seen centuries of growth and change since its original designation when it was still verdant wilderness by the Governor of Colonial New York as a “dedicated public space”; George Washington’s troops actually crossed the property in retreat from the Battle of Long Island in 1776….

American Museum of Natural History New York City, among its other shining qualities, is a city of world-class museums. On par with the Smithsonian, the Museum of Natural History in New York’s premier history museum with exhibits and galleries on nearly every facet of our natural history. Search the skies, look deep into the world…

Coney Island This thriving oceanfront entertainment oasis, the birthplace of the hotdog as we know it and host to the annual Mermaid Parade, Coney Island, is a favorite summer respite from the hectic pace of the steamy city. Coney Island is open year-round and offers guests of all ages everything they could dream of in the…

Great Kills Park Nothing like iconic Central Park, and certainly not bustling urban respite Bryant Park, ecologically rich Great Kills Park, part of the Staten Island Unit of Gateway National Recreation Area, is 580 acres of fantastic recreational opportunities – a marina, four public beaches, public boat launch, fishing and kayaking areas, a model airplane…

Gateway National Recreation Area Fantastic beaches, old military forts, and wildlife are the big draws to this unexpectedly diverse park with an assortment of activities from beachcombing to aviation history. The concept of the urban natural park emerged in the United States in the 1960s. One of the first in the country to be set…

Rockaway Beach If you don’t mind sharing-it’s not huge but is the largest municipal beach in the US-and have warm sand, an eclectic mix of friendly faces and cool surf on the brain, the unexpected Long  Island refuge of Rockaway Beach is for you! Better-than-ever after Hurricane Sandy’s hair-bending visit, this unassuming 170-acre strip of clean,…

El Museo del Barrio Commonly referred to as El Museo, this magnificent cultural institution is located near the end of Manhattan’s Museum Mile. A leading museum of Latin American culture, art, and history in the United States, El Museo del Barrio is a highly popular destination for groups of all types. Focusing on all areas…

Museum of the City of New York The Museum of the City of New York is a stunning example of everything a museum should be: an institution of accessible education, inspiration, and elevated culture. Founded in 1923 to preserve and collect the history and art of the people of New York City, this fabulous facility…

Jewish Museum A museum of cultural and historical artifacts, the Jewish Museum is a magnificent resource with a wealth of knowledge, with an abundance of emotional and religious significance. Located on Manhattan island, on 5th Avenue, the Jewish Museum opens its doors to anyone wishing to learn more about Jewish heritage, about Jewish-American immigrants, art…

Smithsonian Cooper-Hewitt Design Museum Associated with the Smithsonian, the Cooper-Hewitt Design Museum is a state of the art, world-class institution applauding and preserving the realm of historic and contemporary design. The only museum of its kind, the Cooper-Hewitt is a fabulous wealth of knowledge and inspiration for visitors of all ages. From the mansion in which…

The Goethe Institute Goethe Institute is committed to fostering cultural cooperation and promoting German language learning via public opportunities to interact with themes and questions relevant to all aspects of German culture and society; the New York Branch is the regional coordinator of 10 institutes and one center in the North American Region, comprised of…