New York's Historic Houses

Preserving the Past, Inspiring the Future

"The more you know about the past, the better prepared you are for the future” -Theodore Roosevelt

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View of the 1832 late-Federal brick Merchant's House Museum, a preserved 19th-century home of a wealthy merchant family - Shutterstock

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In today’s email:

• New York's Historic Houses

• A Visitor’s Guide to Central Park

• Around the Web: Engage your Senses; Crabs of Cleopatra’s Needle;

  Life Along the Hudson and a whole lot more…

• From Social Media - The Ultimate New York Travel Guide

• A Bite Out Of the Big Apple - The Best New York Cheesecake Recipe

• Curiosity Corner - BARTOW-PELL MANSION

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New York's Historic Houses

Our unique historic houses provide living examples of the past. They transport us to another time and help us to appreciate the history of the City of New York. To assure that these resources are preserved for future generations, the Historic House Trust (HHT) needs the public's support and patronage.

The Poe Cottage is the former home of American writer Edgar Allan Poe. It is located on Kingsbridge Road and the Grand Concourse in the Fordham neighborhood of the Bronx - Shutterstock

A Visitor’s Guide to Central Park

Welcome to Central Park, New York City’s iconic urban oasis! Located in the heart of Manhattan, Central Park is a sprawling green space that offers a retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city. 

Whether you’re looking for outdoor activities, cultural attractions or simply a place to relax, Central Park has something for everyone. Let us be your guide to this enchanting park.

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Around The Web

Engage your Senses

Come to see the bridge from Home Alone 2, stay to explore Central Park’s “secret garden.” Just steps away from bustling Fifth Avenue, the Hallett Nature Sanctuary was closed to the public for nearly a century and remained untouched for nearly 70 years

Crabs of Cleopatra’s Needle

Curious crustaceans support an obelisk from ancient Egypt that now stands in modern-day Central Park

The Ramble

The Ramble is a 36-acre woodland area located between 73rd and 78th Streets, characterized by winding pathways and naturalistic landscape. Described as a "wild garden" by Frederick Law Olmsted

Home to the Dairy

The Children’s District, home to the Dairy, was originally conceived as an area to meet the needs of children visiting Central Park. Playgrounds as we know them today did not exist until the early 20th century, so the Children’s District, completed in 1872

Bethesda Terrace Fountain

Known as the heart of Central Park, this two-story terrace was built by Calvert Vaux and Frederick Law Olmsted and includes intricate carvings that showcase both the times of the day and the four seasons of the year

Life Along the Hudson

The Hudson River flows through the heart of New York City’s past and present. Once a crucial trade route and now a ribbon of recreation, the waterfront hums with life—offering calm retreats, floating gardens, and creative spaces just steps from city streets. You’ll find art installations, hidden piers, kayaking spots, and gardens where nature meets skyline

Little Island over the Hudson River in Chelsea, New York - Shutterstock

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From Social Media

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A Bite Out Of the Big Apple

The Best New York Cheesecake Recipe

Curiosity Corner

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