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A statue of Uncle Sam in Troy New York

5 Spots to Explore the Legacy of Uncle Sam in Troy, New York

July 4, 2023 by Jim Cheney

If you’re reading this article, you’ve almost certainly heard of Uncle Sam, the personification of the United States of America. However, did you know that he’s based on a real …

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Display at the Skä•noñh Great Law of Peace Center in Syracuse NY

Visiting the Skä•noñh Great Law of Peace Center in Syracuse, NY

May 24, 2023 by Jim Cheney

New York has a rich Native American history, and while I’ve already visited some great spots that tell this history, I was excited when I had a chance to visit …

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Statue looking towards the upside-down traffic light in Syracuse NY

Visiting the World’s Only Upside-Down Traffic Light in Syracuse, New York

March 28, 2023March 17, 2022 by Jim Cheney

Even young children know that traffic lights have red, yellow, and green going from top to bottom. However, did you know that there is an upside-down traffic light in Syracuse …

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Long house at Ganondagan State Historic Site in Victor, NY

Exploring Native American History and Culture at Ganondagan State Historic Site

July 5, 2023July 14, 2021 by Jim Cheney

New York is a state filled with history dating back millennia thanks to the many Native American tribes that lived in the state prior to European settlement. Unfortunately, though, much …

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National Museum of the American Indians in New York City

Exploring the National Museum of the American Indian in New York City

March 7, 2023November 20, 2019 by Jim Cheney

Sitting in the middle of Lower Manhattan, surrounded by towering skyscrapers, the New York Stock Exchange, and the hustle and bustle of New York City is the National Museum of …

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