In September 1814, one of the most important battles of the War of 1812 was fought on Lake Champlain near Plattsburgh, New York. The British were attempting to capture the …
Read moreLearning About the Battle of Plattsburgh at the War of 1812 Museum
Located along the Long Island Railroad, Hicksville, New York is a sleepy suburb of New York City that’s probably best known as the childhood hometown of Billy Joel. However, for …
Read moreUncovering Fossils and Gemstones at the Hicksville Gregory Museum
Staten Island is often overlooked by visitors to New York City. Those that do visit tend to ride the Staten Island Ferry to enjoy its great views, and then turn …
Read moreExploring the National Lighthouse Museum on Staten Island
Long Island has a rich aviation history thanks to its geographic location. In fact, during World War 2, as many as 100,000 people were employed in the airline industry here. …
Read moreTouring the American Airpower Museum on Long Island
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 …
Read moreExploring the National Museum of the American Indian in New York City
Out of all the holiday movies ever made, “It’s a Wonderful Life,” starring Jimmy Stewart, is among the best. According to local legend, Frank Capra, the writer, producer, and director …
Read moreGetting in the Christmas Spirit at the It’s a Wonderful Life Museum in Seneca Falls, NY
The St. Lawrence Seaway is one of the most important shipping routes in the northern United States. In fact, it is estimated that up to 50 million tons of goods …
Read moreLearning About Electricity at the Hawkins Point Visitors Center
Thanks to the incredibly beautiful St. Lawrence River and its many amazing islands, the Thousand Islands region of New York has a rich boating history. Wanting to learn more about …
Read moreLearning Thousand Island History at the Antique Boat Museum
New York is filled with many historic forts and battlefields, but few, if any, have as long a history as the amazing Old Fort Niagara. Old Fort Niagara State Historic …
The Adirondack Park in northern New York is one of the country’s great wilderness areas. The land that makes up the park is located inside the Blue Line, an invisible …
Read moreExploring the Meaning of Forever Wild at the Adirondack Experience