Exploring the Incredible Curtiss Museum in Hammondsport, NY
While the Wright Brothers get most of the acclaim when you think of the development of the airplane, they were far from the only pioneers in early aviation. One such …
While the Wright Brothers get most of the acclaim when you think of the development of the airplane, they were far from the only pioneers in early aviation. One such …
The Old Catskill Game Farm was a spot I heard about even before I started writing about things to do in New York. And, as someone who loves legally exploring …
While his popularity has waned somewhat in the 21st century, there were few 19th-century American painters that were more well known than Frederic Church. And, wanting to learn more about …
If you’ve ever stood along the Hudson River near Newburgh, Beacon, or Cornwall-on-Hudson and looked out over the river, it’s likely that you couldn’t help but notice the abandoned castle …
While I typically visit the Ithaca area to check out its many great waterfalls, I’m always on the lookout for other special places to check out. One such spot is …
New York has been the birthplace of five presidents, including our 13th president, Millard Fillmore. While Fillmore was born in president day Cayuga County, he spent much of his adult …
Located a short distance south of Rochester and a short distance north of Letchworth State Park, you’ll find one of the best spots in Upstate New York for fans of …
The Erie Canal is one of the most important historic sites in New York, and there are many places to learn about its history along its 363 miles, including the …
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 …
The Adirondacks region is one of the most beautiful parts of New York, but there is also a lot of fascinating history here as well. One perfect example of this …