The Center for Brooklyn History is a cultural institution in New York dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich history of Brooklyn. It houses archives, exhibitions, and educational programs that celebrate the borough’s diverse heritage. A small gallery for curious and well-read New Yorkers. History The story of the Center for Brooklyn History began in…
New York is also a global port, and the South Street Seaport Museum is the place to learn about the city’s maritime history. The museum is located in historic buildings and offers exhibitions on navigation, the maritime industry, and the cultural heritage of the Seaport district. Visitors can explore historic ships and discover the vital…
The Herbert & Eileen Bernard Museum of Judaica in New York is a cultural institution focused on Jewish history and culture. It houses a diverse collection of artifacts and works of art, telling the story of Jewish heritage, traditions, and achievements through exhibitions and educational programs, serving as a valuable resource for both scholars and…
In the 1920s, Brighton Beach was an elite resort where wealthy Manhattan residents came to relax “by the sea,” as people said back then. The main attraction was the Brighton Beach Hotel — a five-star establishment by the standards of the time. Enormous and luxurious, with verandas, dance halls, a restaurant with a live orchestra,…
On Thursday, November 20, 2025, in the very heart of New York’s gallery scene — Chelsea — the exhibition “Desires of the Boulders” opened, presented by a duo of two strikingly distinctive artists. About the artists Emil Silberman is a New York–based sculptor working in contemporary plastics, installation, and site-specific art. He is also the…
I’m not sure why, but I had never really thought about where Marina Abramović lives — the living icon of contemporary performance art. Marina Abramović is a Serbian-American artist who radically transformed the understanding of the body, time, and endurance in art. From her early extreme performances to the legendary “The Artist Is Present” at…
Sometimes I’m actually glad that New York is a relatively young city. In just about 400 years, so much has happened here that the more you learn, the more you realize how little you really know. 😄 Manhattan’s history moved at such an incredible pace that the city has preserved almost no traces of New…
In the United States, there’s a truly iconic store for anyone who works with photo and video gear — B&H Photo Video. It’s the number one destination if you need a new camera or any kind of specialized, high-quality equipment for a photo, video, or audio studio. The Best Online Tech Store for Gear Lovers…
The Williamsburg Art & Historical Center is a multicultural, multidisciplinary arts center in Williamsburg (Brooklyn, New York), founded in 1996 by Yuko Nii. From the outside, it may resemble an antique shop, but the center is housed in a historic building — a French Second Empire–style architectural masterpiece built in 1867. History The Williamsburg Art…
In recent years, New York has been experiencing an exciting and very welcome trend — a true renaissance of Georgian cuisine. And now, some great news: Laliko has been awarded the Michelin Bib Gourmand 2025. The Michelin Bib Gourmand is not a “star,” but a separate official Michelin distinction. It ranks above simply being included…
