Schools
Collaborative Acad of Science, Technology and Lang Middle School
220 Henry St | (212) 227-0762
Academy of Collaborative Education
222 West 134 St | (212) 694-8750
Urban Assembly for the Performing Arts High School
509 West 129TH St | (212) 234-4631
Harbor Heights Middle School
549 Audubon Ave | (212) 568-6052
Community Health Academy of the Heights
511 West 182ND St | (212) 568-3401
Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School
511 West 182ND St | (212) 781-0524
Gramercy Arts High School
40 Irving Place | (212) 253-7076
Mosaic Preparatory Academy
141 East 111TH St | (212) 722-3109
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American Museum of Natural History
Founded in 1869 by a group that included J.P. Morgan and Theodore Roosevelt, Sr., father of the 26th U.S. president, the American Museum of Natural History is a remarkable architectural landmark, with its combination of Neo-Gothic and Neo-Romanesque styles and its grand white-columned entrance on Central Park West, marked by a statue of President Theodore Roosevelt. The museum complex contains 27 ... (read more)
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Don't expect to fully take in all that this enormous museum has to offer in one visit. With the finest collection of American art in the world, a collection of more than 3,000 European paintings, an expansive array of art from ancient Egypt, and recently renovated halls of Greek, Roman, Cypriot, and Asian art, there is a reason the Metropolitan Museum is considered the foremost symbol of arts and ... (read more)
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
Opened in 1959 to house the impressive collection of mining tycoon Solomon R. Guggenheim, the museum is considered by many to be a work of art in itself. Architect Frank Lloyd Wright worked for 16 years (he died one month before the museum opened) to create not just an art museum but a completely unique space, where the building and the art work together to create "an uninterrupted, beautiful symp... (read more)
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A Day and Night in New York City
Beginning on the Upper West Side, heading across Central Park and down to Soho and the Village, then up to the lights of Times Square, this is a whirlwind one-day tour of some of New York City's many attractions.
Photo: On the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. By Monica Arellano-Ongpin.
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Best NYC Brunch Spots
Whether dining with your family, a date, or a group of friends, brunch is one meal everyone can agree on. These six spots offer some of the city's most remarkable brunching experiences. From the deluxe Sunday smorgasboard at Aquavit to the endless Bloody Mary menu at Prune to the stunning skyline views of the River Cafe, make your morning-into-the-afternoon meal something to remember.
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Gallery-Hopping in Chelsea
West Chelsea is the hottest destination for New York City’s gallery scene—and Saturdays are prime time for touring the area, as many galleries open up for free receptions or special events. While you're in the area, take a stroll along the High Line, an old elevated railway that's been converted into a stunning public space, complete with great views and noteworthy art installations.
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New Design in the Old City
Plaka is generally known for being overrun with tourist traps and chintzy souvenir stores. Slowly this is changing as brave young designers are choosing this charming area for their showrooms. This guide takes you through the best of them along with some choice places to rest and regather your strength.
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Ten Best Hidden Gems in NYC
Some of these gems are hidden in plain sight--The Museum of the City of New York, for example, or the fascinating Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, which looms over the Hudson River just west of the West Side Highway. A ferry ride will take you to Governor's Island during the spring and summer months, when you can enjoy great views of the city skyline and picnic on the island's main green. Hop... (read more - PDF guide)
Top 10 - NYC on a Budget
You don't have to break the bank to enjoy a visit to the Big Apple...there are plenty of bargains to be found even in one of the most expensive cities in the world. For shopping and great cheap food (try the dim sum), head to Chinatown. Tour historic South Street Seaport and pick up some discount Broadway tickets at the TKTS booth there. Check out the Union Square Greenmarket, or head to Coney Isl... (read more - PDF guide)
Business Travel to NYC: Around the Corner from Wall Street and the Financial District
If you're in New York on business, sometimes the city seems like one big maze of skyscrapers and taxi cabs...but there's much more here for the business traveler than meets the eye. Just a short walk from Wall Street and the Financial District, you can find great dining options, watering holes and sightseeing destinations that will help you make the most of your trip to the Big Apple.
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Your First Time in New York City
If you've never been to New York City, chances are you have a good idea of some of the places you want to check off your list. One of the most-photographed and most-filmed cities in the world, New York is home to the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty and Times Square—and these are just three of the many iconic spots that attract close to 50 million tourists every year.
Unlike many t... (read more - PDF guide)
