New York State Historical Pictures

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Walk along the East River in Brooklyn’s oldest neighborhood and enjoy spectacular views of downtown Manhattan and the Brooklyn Bridge.

Whether you’re performing here or more likely watching a performance, enjoy the rich surroundings of one of the world’s most renowned music performance halls.

Celebrate your honeymoon, observe one of the world’s natural wonders or pursue history, wine and outdoor sports interests.

Meet the iconic library lions, explore the Rose Room and marvel at millions of books at New York City’s flagship library.

Discover East Hampton’s early American history at this museum inside a classic 18th-century saltbox house that was once thought to have inspired a famous song.

Meet the iconic library lions, explore the Rose Room and marvel at millions of books at New York City’s flagship library.

Brooklyn’s signature medley of old and new provides the backdrop to this revitalized district, where you’ll find fresh arts venues behind historic streetscapes.

This glorious, buzzing hub for commuters is an absolute must-see for history and architecture lovers.

This glorious, buzzing hub for commuters is an absolute must-see for history and architecture lovers.

Meet the iconic library lions, explore the Rose Room and marvel at millions of books at New York City’s flagship library.

Perched atop Albany’s State Street hill, this ornate building has served as the seat of New York State government since the 19th century. 

See the Egyptian antiquities, a rotating selection of international art and a mammoth collection of American artworks in this impressive museum.

Venture into one of the world’s most iconic buildings, which harks back to a time of industrial growth and art deco flair.

Enjoy the scenery beside lush green hills and visit the art galleries in the riverside towns of this sprawling rural area.

Admire the remarkable architecture, beautiful music and spiritual ambiance of this historic landmark just north of Central Park.

Admire the remarkable architecture, beautiful music and spiritual ambiance of this historic landmark just north of Central Park.

Marvel at the neo-Gothic twin spires of one of the largest Catholic churches in the United States and light a candle beside the acclaimed religious artworks.

Marvel at the neo-Gothic twin spires of one of the largest Catholic churches in the United States and light a candle beside the acclaimed religious artworks.

Marvel at the neo-Gothic twin spires of one of the largest Catholic churches in the United States and light a candle beside the acclaimed religious artworks.

Marvel at the neo-Gothic twin spires of one of the largest Catholic churches in the United States and light a candle beside the acclaimed religious artworks.

Marvel at the neo-Gothic twin spires of one of the largest Catholic churches in the United States and light a candle beside the acclaimed religious artworks.

Marvel at the neo-Gothic twin spires of one of the largest Catholic churches in the United States and light a candle beside the acclaimed religious artworks.

Marvel at the neo-Gothic twin spires of one of the largest Catholic churches in the United States and light a candle beside the acclaimed religious artworks.