It's hard to imagine the metropolitan island of Manhattan as a pre-developed expanse of open fields and gentle hills — today, travelers have to head to the serene beauty of New York City's hidden ...

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NEW YORK CITY (PIX11) — New York City has as much historical relevance as any other city in the United States in a variety of categories. Business, food, culture and entertainment all come to mind ...

Built in 1765, Morris-Jumel Mansion is the oldest surviving residence in Manhattan. George Washington spent time there during the Revolutionary War, and Aaron Burr married its owner. I visited the ...

Directions: C train to 163rd St. See website for more directions. Details: On this prelude to Independence Day, this summer, take the opportunity to visit the house that was Washington’s headquarters ...

C at 163rd St.-Amsterdam Ave. Sat., noon. $6, $4.50 seniors and students. Registration suggested. Group tours are available for a minimum of ten people.