History in NYC
Discover the sights, monuments and moments that tell the history of the City—and keep the story going.
IT HAPPENED IN NYC
Find details on some of the people, buildings, communities and moments that transformed New York City from a colonial port to the center of the world.
The Stories Behind Some of NYC's Most Famous Inventions
So many social, cultural, artistic and culinary innovations started in NYC, we hardly know where to start. But we tried.
Black History and Culture Sites in NYC
Check out landmarks and venues across the five boroughs that help tell the story of Black history.
LGBTQ+ Landmarks in NYC
The Stonewall Inn is just one of the many historic LGBTQ+ spots to visit in NYC, where the modern gay rights movement began.
GUIDES TO NYC HISTORIC ATTRACTIONS
The City holds famous sights with extensive backstories—see them for yourself.
The Complete Guide to Historic Richmond Town, NYC’s Living History Museum
Historical interpreters reenact 19th-century life in this charming, preserved Staten Island village.
Guide to the Brooklyn Bridge
Find everything you need to know about walking, biking or just admiring the Brooklyn Bridge right here.
Guide to the Statue of Liberty
From buying tickets to your last snapshot, here's how to make the most of a visit to the American icon.
HISTORY LIVES AT THESE NYC SIGHTS
Uncover some of the hidden history in NYC’s monuments, performing arts and architecture.
Cleopatra’s Needle: How Did It Get There?
How did a gigantic, 3,500-year-old Egyptian monument wind up in New York City’s Central Park?
Visit Casa Amadeo for a Wealth of Latin Music History in the Bronx
Musician Mike Amadeo preserves Latin music history at NYC’s oldest music shop up in the Bronx.
9 Moments That Made Broadway History
Here are nine times you had to be there for live theater.
THE HISTORY OF NYC HIP-HOP BY BOROUGH
The unstoppable cultural force has its roots in the Bronx, but crucial movements and artists come from all corners of the City.
A Guide to Hip-Hop Culture in Queens, Past and Present
With its roster of legends, Queens continues to leave an indelible mark on hip-hop culture. Learn about the artists and locations that have made the borough essential.
A Guide to Hip-Hop Culture in Brooklyn, Past and Present
Trailblazing artists like the Notorious B.I.G. and Jay-Z came from the borough. Discover Brooklyn's enduring legacy, where rap legends and trendsetting fashion converge.
A Guide to Hip-Hop Culture in Staten Island, Past and Present
Explore the defiant spirit of Staten Island's hip-hop scene, from its rough beginnings to the rise of the Wu-Tang Clan.
TOUR THESE HISTORIC ATTRACTIONS
Many NYC institutions seek to preserve the past and keep it relevant now and for generations to come.
Federal Hall Walking Tours
Download free walking tours of NYC history, including "This Hallowed Ground: Slavery in New York" and "The New York Freedom Trail."
Christopher Street Tours
LGBTQ+-owned and -operated walking tour company inspired by the deep history and invigorating stories of the LGBTQ+ community in NYC and across the globe.
Weeksville Heritage Center
The center preserves the history of the free African American communities of Weeksville, Brooklyn.
