Book lovers, pack your bags for a literary adventure in New York State! From browsing the iconic stacks of the New York Public Library, to hunting for treasures in a Catskills book village, to visiting the homes of Washington Irving, Walt Whitman, and other famous authors, get ready to write your own chapter of bookish bliss with these literary destinations in New York State.
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The Best Places to Experience Women's History
Feb 28, 2024 by Katherine Dunn
To highlight iconic women in history in New York and their impact, from Susan B. Anthony's Suffrage movement to Eleanor Roosevelt's human rights work to Lucille Ball's entertainment industry firsts, below are eight places to experience women’s history in New York.
24 New York State Trips to Start Planning for 2024
Feb 01, 2024 by I LOVE NY Staff
Make 2024 a year of new opportunities, and most important of all, new travel experiences! If you’ve been gazing wistfully at the stars wondering where on Earth you’ll set foot this year, you’re in luck! We’ve compiled a list of must-see trips can’t-miss events to add to your calendar for 2024. So what are you waiting for?! Start planning your trip today. …
New York equal rights pioneers: Harriet Tubman
Jan 24, 2024
“I was the conductor of the Underground Railroad for eight years, and I can say what most conductors can't say; I never ran my train off the track and I never lost a passenger.”…
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Museums, attractions, and cultural institutions across New York State are commemorating Black History Month this February with special programs and events honoring and celebrating the great contributions and achievements of African Americans. From art workshops to live performances to moving exhibits, find unique and meaningful ways to celebrate and understand Black history, culture, and heritage with these family-friendly events.
11 Family-Friendly Presidents Day Weekend Getaways in New York State
Jan 12, 2024 by I LOVE NY Staff
There’s plenty to explore this Presidents Day Weekend! From winter festivals to Presidents Day celebrations, historical sites, holiday specials, and more. So take advantage of the long weekend to take…
What's New in New York State for 2024
Jan 08, 2024 by Emma Frisbie
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New year, new New York State happenings! 2024 promises an exciting lineup of new attractions, exhibits, restaurants, and more to explore throughout the Empire State.
Scene in New York State: The Gilded Age
Dec 12, 2023 by Ross D. Levi
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Want to immerse yourself in the New York high society of yesteryear? As HBO’s The Gilded Age wraps up its second season, the battles between New York’s ‘old and…
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From Manhattan to Niagara Falls, history comes to life at aviation museums throughout New York State. With one of the greatest aircraft collections in the nation, New…
Stay at New York’s Haunted Hotels and Inns… If You Dare!
Oct 18, 2023 by Marta Zielinska and Rachel Dymond
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Feeling brave? Up the fear factor this Halloween and embark on a supernatural getaway to these 16 hotels and inns that are all part of the Haunted History Trail of New…