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[REPOST] Watch: Slideshow of Vintage Photographs Showing Inwood's West 207th Street in 1926

2026-09-17T12:00:00-04:00

Cole Thompson runs a fantastic local blog titled My Inwood which is, you guessed it, all about Manhattan's Inwood Neighborhood.

In this recent video, Thompson shares a collection of dozens of vintage photographs of West 207th St. captured in 1926.

The photos themselves are part of a massive collection spanning 1900-1947. The photos, taken by city agencies, mainly for insurance purposes, documented the impact of subway construction on neighborhoods throughout the city. The photos in this montage were taken during the construction of the Broadway “A Line.”

The music featured in the video is Dave Brubeck — "It’s a Raggy Waltz"

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[REPOST] [VIDEO] Walking Through NYC's St. Mark's Place: Downtown's Historic Arts Center

2026-09-16T12:00:00-04:00

Join tour guide and comedian Tom Delgado for an engaging stroll down St. Marks Place, one of the most culturally significant streets in the East Village. This walk highlights the neighborhood's evolution from a 19th century enclave for the wealthy and German immigrants to a gritty mid-century hub for counterculture artists, musicians, and visionaries. Throughout the journey, you will discover the rich histories behind local landmarks like the Hamilton-Holly House, the former Electric Circus nightclub, and the iconic Physical Graffiti building famously featured on a Led Zeppelin album cover. Through personal anecdotes and historical insights, the video captures the spirit of downtown New York City while reflecting on the modern challenges of gentrification and the changing landscape of small businesses in the area.

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[REPOST] [WATCH] New York's West Village, Explained

2026-09-14T12:00:00-04:00

Greenwich Village (and its subsection the West Village) is one of the most iconic and historic neighborhoods in the United States. This video traces the history of the neighborhood from its early days as a suburb of New York to its present status as one of the most affluent and wealthy places in the country. We discuss the Stonewall riots, Jane Jacobs, the tradeoffs and dangers of historic preservation, the infamous Cut article, and Washington Square Park.

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[REPOST] [VIDEO] The Subway's Leftovers | NYC Subway Remnants and Provisions Part 1: Manhattan

2026-09-13T12:00:00-04:00

This fascinating video tour uncovers the hidden history of the New York City subway system by exploring a variety of remnants and provisions scattered throughout Manhattan. From the famous abandoned City Hall loop to lesser-known tunnel bellmouths, storage tracks, and closed station platforms, the footage provides a rare glimpse into infrastructure that was either part of the original subway design, built for expansion plans that never materialized, or decommissioned as the system modernized. By examining these architectural leftovers, viewers gain a deeper understanding of how the city transit network has evolved and the many secret spaces that still exist right beneath the feet of daily commuters. For those interested in learning more about the preservation of these historic sites, you can explore the New York Transit Museum to see how they keep the history of the subway alive.

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[REPOST] [VIDEO] Inside Luxury Room Service at NYC’s Iconic Plaza Hotel

2026-09-08T12:00:00-04:00

How does New York City’s iconic Plaza Hotel feed all its guests? In this episode of On the Job, we’re going to find out. Meet Syed, an in-room dining server who has been working at the Plaza for nearly three decades, and the kitchen staff behind each room service tray. Together, they make a synchronized team, working with precision to deliver on a five-star luxury experience for guests.

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[REPOST] [WATCH] History of Brownstones in New York

2026-09-07T12:00:00-04:00

People called it brownstone. It came from the quarries of Portland, Connecticut, carried by ships down the Connecticut River, then across the harbor to Manhattan. Builders saw it as modern, elegant, and cheaper than marble. Its soft texture made it easy to carve. Its color gave homes a steady, grounded beauty.

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[REPOST] [WATCH] Exploring the Hidden Remnants of Old Penn Station

2026-08-31T12:00:00-04:00

This video explores the history and hidden remnants of the old Penn Station in New York City. The original Penn Station, a magnificent Beaux-Arts building designed by McKim, Mead & White, was completed in 1910 and allowed direct rail access from New Jersey to Manhattan, utilizing innovative tunnels under the Hudson and East Rivers. However, due to financial difficulties, the above-ground portion of the station was demolished between 1963 and 1966 to make way for Madison Square Garden and Pennsylvania Plaza. Today, Penn Station is largely underground, but several historical elements remain.

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[REPOST] [VIDEO] Is This Supertall New York City's Most Ridiculous Skyscraper?

2026-08-20T12:00:00-04:00

In the heart of Manhattan’s Theatre District, a spiraling glass tower is rising — complete with a glowing crown, a thrill ride, and a $4B price tag. It’s called The Torch, and it might be the most bizarre skyscraper New York has ever approved.

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[REPOST] David's Brisket House, a Bed-Stuy Jewish Deli Run By Yemenite Muslims

2026-04-11T12:00:00-04:00

Bed-Stuy's David's Brisket House is a simple deli counter that prepares classic Jewish deli sandwiches such as pastrami, brisket & corned beef.

In this short video from 1 Minute Meal, we hear from the Yemenite Muslims who own and operate the Jewish Deli on why that makes no difference when it comes to Halal Jewish Deli cuisine.

David's Brisket House is a Jewish Deli run by Yemenite Muslims in the Brooklyn neighborhood of Bed-Stuy. This one-minute short is a snapshot of pastrami, brisket, and corned beef sandwiches that aren't strictly halal or kosher, but are 100% New York.

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[WATCH] Learn All About the History Behind "Death Avenue" in Manhattan

2026-03-21T12:00:00-04:00

Dive into the history of New York City's Death Avenue - a dangerous stretch of land in the 1800's - and see how urban cowboys tried to put a stop to a string of deaths that happened in the area.

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