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Utica, N.Y. – The Frankfort United N-Trak (FUNTRAK) Model Railroad Club returns to the Oneida County History Center for its annual holiday exhibition. Come aboard and enjoy the club's model trains and talk rail history with fellow enthusiasts of all ages. The model trains will be displayed in the main gallery on Tuesday, Dec. 23, Friday, Dec. 26, and Saturday, Dec. 27, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This event is family-friendly, accessible, and open to the public.

Two-day academic conference calling for academic papers from fans, musicians, scholars, and students by January 15 deadline.

Stony Brook, NY — The Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) invites fans, scholars, critics, musicians, and students to submit individual papers to its first “The Billy Joel Symposium,” to be held on June 6 and 7 starting at 12 p.m. at the Hall of Fame location at 97 Main Street, Stony Brook, NY. The deadline for submissions is January 15, 2026.

Only in Your State, 6 Stunning All-Inclusive Resorts You Can Visit Without a Passport, Dec. 5, 2025

Outside, Sweat. Plunge. Repeat. Floating Saunas Are on the Rise Across the Country, Dec. 10, 2025

TimeOut New York, This popular Hudson Valley stuffed bagel spot is opening in NYC, Dec. 4, 2025…

Albany, NY – New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) and the 250^th Knox Regional Commemoration are hosting events marking the 250^th anniversary of Henry Knox’s Noble Train of Artillery in December 2025 and January 2026.

December 6-7 and December 13-14, 2025, 12-5 PM, Wassaic Project, Maxon Mills

Wassaic, NY (December 1, 2025) — Wassaic Project is pleased to announce its first-ever Winter Wonderland Market to benefit arts education.

Join the Wassaic Project inside Maxon Mills to celebrate the season and benefit Wassaic Project arts education. From playful art kits and stocking stuffers to one-of-a-kind pieces and creative gift wrap, we’ve got all your holiday essentials covered. Plus, browse a special selection of fine art and limited edition prints created by artist-in-residence alumni.

Dedicated to the Nation’s Founding Principles, New Facility Will Open as the United States Celebrates Its 250th Anniversary

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New York, NY (December 9, 2025) — Dr. Louise Mirrer, president and CEO of The New York Historical, today announced that the institution will open its new Tang Wing for American Democracy on June 18, 2026, greatly expanding both the landmark building and The Historical’s wide-ranging schedule of exhibitions, educational initiatives, and public programs. Dedicated to the history and future of the nation’s founding principles, the 71,000-square-foot Tang Wing will open as the United States launches the celebration of its 250th anniversary.

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New York & London (December 10, 2025) – Universal Music Group (UMG), the world leader in music-based entertainment, in partnership with UMusic Hospitality & Lifestyle, its entertainment driven hospitality venture, today announced the opening of two new UMusic Shop locations in New York and London, dedicated to reimagining the fan experience.

Newburgh, N.Y. - Celebrate the Holidays at Washington’s Headquarters State Historic Site in Newburgh on Sunday, December 14 from 1-4 pm. With the Hasbrouck House closed for restoration, the museum will be the headquarters for festivities.