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Art of Rockefeller Center

Rockefeller Center offers stunning examples of Art Deco design, architecture and art works.  Built at the height of the Great Depression, John D. Rockefeller set out to create a commercial center “as beautiful as possible.”  As you can see, he achieved that goal, offering some of the world’s most magnificent public art. (Click on the […]

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A Year in New York

A wonderful video by filmmaker Andrew Clancy, featuring glimpses of the city and the vibrant, diverse people who visit or call it home.

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NYC Halloween Events 2011

New Yorkers love any excuse to dress up and cut loose.  So, Halloween is a particularly festive holiday in the city.  Following are Halloween events to get you in the “spirit”: Now through Halloween The Haunted Pumpkin Garden@ NY Botanical Garden A garden full of bugs, bats, parties, parades, and hundreds of intricately carved pumpkins. […]

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