Titanic passengers would have docked here at Pier 59. Survivors were rescued on Cunard's RMS Carpathia who dropped off Titanic's lifeboats at Pier 59 & dropped off survivors at Pier 54.
Construction began in 1890 and it was named after Andrew Carnegie, who paid for its construction. It opened May 5 1891 with a concert conducted by Walter Damrosch & composer Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky
The Capitol is among the most architecturally impressive and symbolically important buildings in the world. Begun in 1793, the Capitol has been built, burnt, rebuilt, extended, and restored.
The home of J. Jonah Jameson and Peter Parker's day job, The Flatiron Building was the home to The Daily Bugle in the most recent Spider-Man movies.
"They have this thing called the 'Shroom Burger for the vegetarians," Miss USA tells us in her NY Diet. "It's just cheese inside a fried mushroom. Oh my God." Leia mais.
Created in 1800 the library is the nation's oldest federal cultural institution & the largest library in the world. In 1815 Thomas Jefferson sold his entire personal collection of books to the library
Explore 100 years of aviation history with interactive exhibits that include piloting a space shuttle, air traffic control, program a Mars rover, launch a rocket, & even climb aboard a WWII bomber! Leia mais.
"NBC Nightly News" anchor Brian Williams likes it so much here that he showed up for work on the 4th of July. Leia mais.
Built in 1903, this horseshoe-shaped stadium holds 30,323 sports fans, has 2,282 steps, and held concerts by Bob Marley and Janis Joplin. Leia mais.
After completion in 1903, the Williamsburg Bridge set the record for the longest suspension bridge. The record was broken in 1924 when the Bear Mountain Bridge was completed.
Celebrating or just want to treat yourself? Finale, with its premium desserts and celebrity treatment, is the perfect place to indulge a little. So save plenty of room to savor dessert! Leia mais.
Starting point to tour Kennedy, meet astronauts and train in spaceflight simulators. The complex also is home to an IMAX theater, rocket garden, children’s areas, and the US Astronaut Hall of Fame. Leia mais.
The Brooklyn Bridge was completed in 1883. It was the longest suspension bridge in the world from its opening until 1903 and the first steel-wire suspension bridge.
Completed in 1800, The White House is the oldest public building in Washington, DC and has been the home of every president except George Washington.
Local farmers and vendors arrive June-October with their fresh and local produce and products. Grab some blueberries and sit by the fountain for a great afternoon break! Tuesdays, 12:30 pm -6 pm Leia mais.
This independent, locally owned shop has served the communitty since 1932. Known for superb selection, customer service, and author readings. Leia mais.
The Common was used for public hangings up until 1817. In early 1965, 100 people gathered here to protest the Vietnam War, & speeches have been given here by Martin Luther King Jr & Pope John Paul III
This new location just opened, so the lines will be predictably epic. Stop by in the late afternoon when the crowds thin out and order their famed frozen custard along with your burger. Leia mais.
It opened in 2007, relocating from & replacing the original exhibit which opened in 1991. More than 1,200 artifacts from around the world that were never displayed to the public before are featured.
The original Varsity was opened in 1928 and is the world's largest drive-in. On days when the Georgia Tech Yellowjackets are playing a home game, over 30,000 people visit The Varsity.
This track has been in existence since 1901. It is known as the first racing facility historically to incorporate the world, as well as the largest and highest-capacity sporting facility.
The smallish burgers served from this truck are made with high-end meat ($5.50 or $7.50). Check @fritesnmeats on Twitter to see if they're in Tribeca, Midtown or the Financial District. Leia mais.
The Golden Gate Bridge was the longest suspension bridge span in the world when it was completed in 1937, & has become an internationally recognized symbol of San Francisco and CA.
Originally called the National Air Museum when it was formed on August 12, 1946 by an act of Congress, some pieces in the National Air and Space Museum collection date back to 1876.
This triangle shaped building was built in 1902 and is considered the World's first Skyscraper. It has become famous in recent years as the setting of The Daily Bugle in the "Spider-Man" movies.
The Washington Monument was formally dedicated on February 22, 1885, and at the time of its construction, it was the tallest building in the world; it remains the tallest stone structure in the world.
Opened in 1968, it is the longest active major sporting facility in the Metropolitan area & is the 4th incarnation of the arena in the city. The Garden hosts approximately 320 events a year.
You can now purchase discounted, same-day tickets to Yankee games from a booth inside this store. Prices are reduced as much as 50%. Leia mais.
