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A statue by Ted Aub depicting the first meeting of Women's Rights activists Susan B. Anthony, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, and  Amelia Jenks Bloomer.

Venture across New York State to celebrate iconic women in history and their impact, from Susan B. Anthony's Suffrage movement to Eleanor Roosevelt's human rights work to Lucille Ball's entertainment…

Green trees and blues skies in the Catskills from Overlook Mountain

Escape to the natural and vast beauty of the Catskills, where scenic trails and summits, idyllic mountain towns, thriving arts scenes, and unique spectacles offer endless low-cost adventures for everyone.

Central Park Snowy

Against the timeless backdrop of city skylines and enchanting small towns, New York State landmarks and landscapes idyllically display love stories on the big screen. From the timeless charm of Katz's…

Broadway and 47th Street illuminated by billboards and passing traffic at night

From the bright lights to the roar of applause emanating from the theaters, Broadway brings an unforgettable buzz and energy to the streets of New York City’s Theater District. From getting the best seat in the house to figuring out where to eat or what else to do around your big night out, let this be your guide to the sights, sounds, and tastes in and around Broadway.  …

A couple walks along a platform near a cascading waterfall at Buttermilk Falls in the Finger Lakes

Enrich your next New York getaway by immersing yourself in unforgettable experiences rooted in the state’s rich Black culture, heritage, and history. From New York City’s first Black-owned winery, to moving theatrical and musical performances, to important Underground Railroad sites, there’s something for everyone to explore and experience, no matter your interest.

Aerial view of concert at Bethel Woods

New York State has played a key role in many of music’s most groundbreaking moments. Imagine walking in the footsteps of Janis Joplin or Nat King Cole, or listening to the opening aria in an open-air amphitheater where the acoustics make you feel like you’re part of the performance.

Members of Ballet Hispanico perform a routine
Photo Credit: Ben McKeown, courtesy of the American Dance Festival

From Ballet Hispánico's mesmerizing performances to the cultural treasures housed in Buffalo AKG Art Museum, explore the mosaic of…

A photo of the Broadway and 42nd street intersection street sign

These great books all have one very special thing in common: New York State! From classic literature to page-turning nonfiction to accounts of major historical moments and figures, these books offer insights into what makes New York such a special place. Add these to your summer reading list or enjoy them in any season. You may even be inspired to plan a visit to an attraction based on these 11 great books set in New York State! …

The cascading water of Niagara Falls illuminated in Pride colors

Pride is ingrained in the fabric of New York State. LGBTQ trailblazers from Marsha P. Johnson to Alice Austen to Alvin Ailey called the Empire State home while historic events like the first Pride day at any State Fair in the nation and significant sites like the Stonewall Inn and Julius Bar stand as important LGBTQ landmarks that you can still visit today.

Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum - Photo Courtesy of Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum

Lovers of comedy should make it a point to visit Jamestown, New York—home of the National Comedy Center and the Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum. In this small town in the Chautauqua-Allegheny region,…