176 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
-
The Hermitage (Ho-Ho-Kus, New Jersey)
· 2.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder what life was like in a fancy Gothic Revival house? You're near one now! The Hermitage, right here in Ho-Ho-Kus, is a fascinating example of 19th-century architecture. Elijah Rosencrantz Jr. commissioned the…
-
Reaction Motors Rocket Test Facility
· 3.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming spot in New Jersey played a vital role in helping Allied planes take to the skies during World War II. Here, at the Reaction Motors Rocket Test Facility, engineers developed and tested jet-assisted…
-
Beech Street School
· 3.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine the echoes of children's laughter bouncing off these walls; this historic schoolhouse once educated generations of Ridgewood kids. Built in 1895, the Beech Street School, now known as the Ridgewood Education…
-
Crocker-McMillin Mansion
· 4.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine living in a house so grand, it felt like a self-contained world. That's the story of the Crocker-McMillin Mansion, right here in Mahwah. Built between 1903 and 1907, this 75-room mansion was originally…
-
David Ackerman House
· 4.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming stone house whispers tales of early life in Ridgewood. Built sometime between 1750 and 1760, the David Ackerman House offers a tangible connection to Bergen County's past. David Ackerman, likely the…
-
Pietro and Maria Botto House
· 5.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming house played a pivotal role in the fight for workers' rights in America. In 1913, the city of Paterson, New Jersey, was the site of a massive silk workers' strike. Facing hardship and lacking a central…
-
Radburn, New Jersey
· 5.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wished your town was designed to make life easier, especially with cars? You're near Radburn, New Jersey, a planned community from 1929 that tried to do just that. Radburn's planners, Clarence Stein and Henry…
-
Arch Street Bridge
· 6.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This bridge isn't just steel and concrete; it's a survivor, a testament to Paterson's resilience in the face of nature's fury. The Arch Street Bridge you see here was built in 1907 after floods wiped out the previous…
-
Garretson Forge and Farm
· 6.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine owning the same plot of land for over 300 years! That's the story of Garretson Forge and Farm. The Garretson family has continuously owned this farm in Fair Lawn, New Jersey since 1719. The Peter Garretson…
-
Terhune–Gardner–Lindenmeyr House
· 6.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Built in 1707, this house offers a glimpse into early colonial life in New Jersey. The Terhune–Gardner–Lindenmeyr House, located right here in Paramus, was built way back in 1707. Over the years, it was home to families…
-
Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park
· 6.4 mi · Historical Marker
Alexander Hamilton chose the Great Falls of the Passaic River as the site for America's first planned industrial city in 1792.
-
Paterson, NJ
· 6.4 mi · Local history
Paterson, New Jersey, a city forged in industry and resilience, owes its name to a prominent figure of the early republic: William Paterson. He was the governor of New Jersey, a signer of the Constitution, and an…
-
Great Falls (Passaic River)
· 6.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Feel the spray – this is the Great Falls of the Passaic River, a natural powerhouse that birthed a city! In 1791, Alexander Hamilton chose this very spot to establish Paterson, one of America's first planned industrial…
-
Forshee-Van Orden House
· 6.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Built in 1765, this house offers a glimpse into the lives of early settlers in Bergen County. The Forshee-Van Orden House was built around 1765. It's a tangible reminder of the families who shaped this region in the…
-
Pompton Plains station
· 6.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming spot was once a vital link connecting Pompton Plains to the bustling world beyond. The Pompton Plains station served passengers traveling along the Erie Railroad's Greenwood Lake Division. It shuttled…
-
Dey Mansion
· 7.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder where George Washington planned some of his most important moves during the Revolutionary War? It was right here at the Dey Mansion. Colonel Theunis Dey built this impressive home in the 1770s. It became…
-
New Milford Plant of the Hackensack Water Company
· 8.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Believe it or not, that unassuming structure played a vital role in bringing clean water to a growing region. Back in 1881, the Hackensack Water Company purchased this site, then just an island in the Hackensack River,…
-
John Dods House and Tavern
· 9.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here and picture this: weary travelers in the 1700s, kicking up dust on the road, drawn to the promise of rest and refreshment at John Dods' Tavern. This wasn't just a place for a drink; it was a vital stop on…
-
New York, Susquehanna and Western 206
· 9.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Check out that vintage engine! This preserved locomotive tells a story of how railroads modernized during World War II. The New York, Susquehanna and Western Railroad, or NYS&W, needed to replace its steam engines with…
-
Yogi Berra Museum and Learning Center
· 9.9 mi · Local history
You are at the Yogi Berra Museum and Learning Center on the campus of Montclair State University in Little Falls, New Jersey. Yogi Berra played eighteen seasons with the New York Yankees, caught Don Larsen's perfect…
-
Jacob Sloat House
· 10.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This isn't just a house; it's a snapshot of a family's rise and fall, and a village's changing fortunes. Jacob Sloat, a descendant of Sloatsburg's founder and a successful textile merchant, built this house, originally…
-
Ringwood Manor
· 10.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here for a second – this spot was once at the heart of vital iron production for America! Ringwood Manor was the home and center of operations for some seriously influential ironmasters. From the 1740s to the…
-
Rutt's Hut
· 10.3 mi · Things to Do
Deep-fried hot dogs called rippers since 1928. The Ripper will change your hot dog life forever.
-
Daniel Demarest House
· 10.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here for a quick look at a house that's seen centuries go by. This stone building, the Daniel Demarest House, gives us a real peek into colonial life in New Jersey.Back in 1724, Daniel Demarest built this…
-
Fairfield Dutch Reformed Church
· 10.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a sec, because this unassuming church tells a story of early settlers in New Jersey. The Fairfield Dutch Reformed Church congregation was established way back in 1720 by Dutch families who'd made their…
-
Passaic, NJ
· 10.8 mi · Local history
Passaic, New Jersey sits squarely on the Piedmont plateau, a band of ancient, rolling hills that stretches from the Appalachians to the coastal plain. The bedrock here is mostly Precambrian gneiss, some of the oldest…
-
White Manna
· 10.9 mi
White Manna in Hackensack, New Jersey started as a building at the 1939 World's Fair. After the fair, it was moved to River Street and has been griddling sliders ever since. The tiny burgers — smashed thin on a flattop…
-
USS Ling
· 11.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Standing here, you're near a silent sentinel of the sea, the USS Ling, a World War II submarine. She was built as part of the Balao class, designed to hunt enemy ships in the Pacific. Construction finished late in 1945,…
-
Major John André Monument
· 11.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming spot marks the end of a British spy's life and a pivotal moment in the American Revolution. Major John André, a British officer, was caught in 1780 conspiring with the American General Benedict Arnold to…
-
DeWint House
· 11.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine standing where George Washington himself strategized during the Revolutionary War. This is the DeWint House, one of his headquarters. Built around 1700 by Daniel DeClark, the house later became the property of…
-
Tallman–Vanderbeck House
· 11.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Likely built before 1778, this stone house stands as a silent witness to the American Revolution. The Tallman–Vanderbeck House, located on Piermont Road, was probably constructed by Cornelius Tallman. In the mid-19th…
-
Cliffside Hose Company No. 4
· 11.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine relying on horses and hand-pulled equipment to fight fires! That was the reality when the Cliffside Hose Company No. 4 was built. Back in 1901, this firehouse was constructed to protect the northern part of…
-
Van Duyne–Jacobus House
· 12.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a sec - this old stone house has seen some things! It's the Van Duyne–Jacobus House, dating back to the mid-1700s. The oldest part of the house was built sometime between 1761 and 1778. It was a working…
-
Isaac Naugle House
· 12.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Built in 1775, this stone house has witnessed the birth of a nation. The Isaac Naugle House, located on Hickory Lane, was built by a member of the Naugle family, likely Isaac, or his father Hendrick. Hendrick Naugle…
-
Tenafly station
· 12.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming spot was once Tenafly's vital link to the world, a bustling train station connecting this quiet town to the heart of New York City. For decades, the Erie Railroad's Northern Branch chugged through here,…
-
Iviswold
· 12.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Get ready to glimpse a little bit of fairytale magic right here in New Jersey! This is Iviswold, a mansion that looks more like a castle, built back in the late 1800s. Originally constructed in 1869, Iviswold stands as…
-
Elizabeth Cady Stanton House (Tenafly, New Jersey)
· 12.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine shaping the future of women's rights from a quiet house in New Jersey! That's exactly what Elizabeth Cady Stanton did here in Tenafly. From 1868 to 1887, this was Stanton's home base. After years in Seneca Falls…
-
Grover Cleveland Birthplace, Caldwell
· 12.9 mi · Historical Marker
The 22nd and 24th President of the United States, Grover Cleveland, was born in this Caldwell manse on March 18, 1837.
-
Davenport–Demarest House
· 12.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
These walls have seen centuries of change. This is the Davenport–Demarest House, a testament to early Dutch settlement in New Jersey. Built in stages, the oldest section of this stone farmhouse dates back to sometime…
-
Grover Cleveland Birthplace
· 13.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder where one of America's only two-time presidents got his start? This unassuming house is it. Stephen Grover Cleveland was born right here in Caldwell on March 18, 1837. His father, Richard Falley Cleveland,…
-
William Carlos Williams House
· 13.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a peek into the life of a literary legend: William Carlos Williams. This unassuming house was home to Williams for five decades, a place where he lived, worked as a doctor, and penned some of America's…
-
Church Street School (Nutley, New Jersey)
· 13.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine learning your ABCs in a building that's stood for generations – that's the story of the Church Street School. Built in 1875, this one-room schoolhouse served the children of Nutley for many years. It's a simple…
-
Hopson-Swan Estate
· 13.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a minute – this seemingly quiet spot holds a slice of Rockland County history. The Hopson-Swan Estate, now part of Tallman Mountain State Park, was developed between the 1850s and 1920s. The estate…
-
Montclair Art Museum
· 13.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a place dedicated to art, open to everyone, way back when that wasn't the norm. That's the Montclair Art Museum. This museum opened in 1914 as the very first in New Jersey specifically dedicated to art and…
-
Carnegie Library (Montclair, New Jersey)
· 13.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming building holds a story of ambition, philanthropy, and access to knowledge. In 1904, this structure opened as the Montclair Public Library, funded in part by a grant from Andrew Carnegie. Carnegie, a…
-
Lackawanna Terminal (Montclair, New Jersey)
· 13.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine the bustling train travel of the early 1900s at this beautifully preserved terminal. This is Lackawanna Terminal, built in 1913. It served as the western end of the Montclair Branch for the Delaware, Lackawanna…
-
Civil War Drill Hall and Armory
· 14.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This armory, built in 1859, trained soldiers for the Union Army during the Civil War. Before modern military bases, local armories like this were crucial. In 1859, the Civil War Drill Hall and Armory was constructed in…
-
The Boulders (Greenwood Lake, New York)
· 14.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Designed by a renowned architect in 1911, this historic home offers a glimpse into the opulent Cragston estate era. The Boulders, also known as the Homer A. Norris House, is a historic stone bungalow located right here…
-
Edward Hopper Birthplace and Boyhood Home
· 14.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a moment and imagine a young boy gazing out these windows, dreaming of a world beyond the Hudson. This is the Edward Hopper Birthplace and Boyhood Home, where the seeds of an iconic American artist were…
-
Boonton Iron Works
· 14.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder what helped build early America? Look around, because right here, the Boonton Iron Works forged the very nails and bars that shaped a young nation. Around 1770, Samuel Ogden and his family set up shop along…
-
Holsten's — The Sopranos' Cut-to-Black Diner
· 14.7 mi
Holsten's Brookdale Confectionery sits at 1063 Broad Street in Bloomfield, an old-fashioned ice cream parlor and candy shop that has been making its own chocolate and ice cream since 1939 (and is still open). It earned…
-
Yonkers Trolley Barn
· 15.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Yonkers once hummed with the electric energy of trolleys, and this massive brick building was at the heart of it all. Built in the early 1900s, the Yonkers Trolley Barn housed and maintained the city's trolley fleet.…
-
Edwin H. Armstrong House
· 15.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to be amazed by a story of innovation, triumph, and, surprisingly, demolition. This area was once home to Edwin H. Armstrong, a radio genius who shaped how we communicate today. Armstrong, inventor of FM radio,…
-
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
· 15.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine Yonkers as a bustling colonial hub, and right here stood the center of it all. Philipsburg Manor Hall was the heart of a vast estate owned by the Philipse family, powerful figures in colonial New York. The…
-
Ever Rest
· 15.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine the Hudson River School's vibrant landscapes coming to life right here! This is Ever Rest, the home and studio of Jasper Cropsey, a master of that iconic American art movement. Cropsey, already a successful…
-
Proctor's Theater (Yonkers, New York)
· 15.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a second and imagine the roar of the crowd! Proctor's Theater in Yonkers was *the* place to be back in the day. Built between 1914 and 1916, it started as a vaudeville house, with live performances that…
-
Untermyer Park and Gardens
· 15.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine lavish parties echoing through sculpted gardens – that's the legacy of Untermyer Park. Samuel Untermyer, a prominent lawyer, transformed his 1916 estate, Greystone, into a horticultural masterpiece. He hired…
-
Henry Draper Observatory
· 15.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder where the first photos of the moon clear enough to identify features were taken? You're getting close! This is the site of the Henry Draper Observatory. Henry Draper, a physician and astronomer, built this…
-
Yonkers, NY
· 15.4 mi · Local history
Yonkers is a city etched with history, a place where the echoes of the past resonate with the pulse of contemporary life. From its vantage point overlooking the Hudson River, its elevation offering sweeping views of New…
-
Thomas Edison National Historical Park
· 15.8 mi · Historical Marker
Thomas Edison's West Orange laboratory complex was the world's first industrial research facility, producing over half of his 1,093 patents.
-
Armour–Stiner House
· 15.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Behold the unique Armour-Stiner House, an octagon-shaped Victorian mansion that stands as a testament to architectural eccentricity. This isn't your typical suburban home! Built between 1859 and 1860, the house was…
-
Thomas Edison National Historical Park
· 15.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Get ready to step back in time to the place where innovation was practically a daily event! This is Thomas Edison's laboratory and estate, a hub of invention for over 40 years. In 1887, Edison moved his operations here…
-
Sunnyside (Tarrytown, New York)
· 16.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine crafting tales so captivating, they define American folklore! That's the legacy of Washington Irving, and this is Sunnyside, the enchanting home he built and cherished. Irving, already a celebrated author,…
-
Edison Storage Battery Company Building
· 16.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder where the first batteries for electric vehicles were mass-produced? You're near the Edison Storage Battery Company Building. Thomas Edison, yes, *that* Edison, developed a nickel-iron battery in 1901. This…
-
The Cloisters
· 16.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine stumbling upon fragments of medieval Europe, transported piece by piece to upper Manhattan. That's essentially what The Cloisters is. In the early 1900s, American sculptor George Grey Barnard traveled through…
-
Lyndhurst (estate)
· 16.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to be transported back in time as we approach Lyndhurst, a stunning Gothic Revival mansion overlooking the Hudson River, and once owned by the infamous railroad tycoon, Jay Gould. But its story begins long…
-
Villa Lewaro
· 16.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to be inspired! This is Villa Lewaro, the stunning estate built by Madam C.J. Walker, one of the first self-made female millionaires in America. Madam Walker, a successful entrepreneur in the hair care industry,…
-
Hudson View Gardens
· 16.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a Manhattan escape, a place where you can breathe and gaze out at the Hudson River. That's Hudson View Gardens. Built between 1923 and 1925, this cooperative apartment complex offered affordable urban housing to…
-
Fort Washington (Manhattan)
· 16.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Stand where American soldiers made a desperate stand against British forces during the Revolutionary War. Fort Washington, built in 1776, was intended to prevent British ships from sailing up the Hudson River. On…
-
Tarrytown Light
· 16.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine navigating the Hudson River at night without a reliable guide. That's why Tarrytown Light, also known as Sleepy Hollow Light, was built. In the mid-1800s, the need for a lighthouse to warn ships away from…
-
Grimes Homestead
· 16.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming farmhouse has a powerful story to tell. The Grimes Homestead, built in the late 1700s, wasn't just a home; it served as a crucial stop on the Underground Railroad. Runaway slaves seeking freedom found…
-
Binghamton (ferryboat)
· 16.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Believe it or not, this unassuming spot along the Hudson River was once the final resting place of a grand ferryboat named the Binghamton. From 1905 to 1967, she shuttled passengers and vehicles between Manhattan and…
-
Ford Motor Company Edgewater Assembly Plant
· 16.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming spot along the Hudson River was once a vital engine of American industry. Before it closed in 1955, the Ford Motor Company Edgewater Assembly Plant churned out cars, fueling the American dream and…
-
Audubon Park Historic District (Manhattan)
· 16.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Stroll through this preserved neighborhood and imagine life in early 20th-century New York City. This quiet corner of Washington Heights whispers tales of a time when uptown Manhattan was transitioning from rural…
-
Hispanic Society of America
· 17.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder where you can find El Greco masterpieces and ancient Iberian artifacts without leaving Manhattan? That's right here at the Hispanic Society of America. Founded in 1904 by Archer M. Huntington, a passionate…
-
Audubon Terrace
· 17.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a little slice of Spain transported to Upper Manhattan! That's Audubon Terrace, a Beaux-Arts beauty that once housed a treasure trove of Hispanic art and culture. Archer Milton Huntington, a philanthropist and…
-
Yonkers Water Works
· 17.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming spot was once vital to the growth of Yonkers, providing clean water to its rapidly expanding population. In 1876, as Yonkers boomed, the Tuckahoe Road Pumping Station was built. It was expanded before…
-
Sleepy Hollow - Old Dutch Church
· 17.1 mi · Historical Marker
Washington Irving set his most famous story right here, and the real place is almost as atmospheric as the fiction. The Old Dutch Church was built around 1685, making it one of the oldest churches in New York. The…
-
Morris–Jumel Mansion
· 17.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a minute! You're about to discover the oldest house still standing in Manhattan, the Morris–Jumel Mansion. It's not just old; it played a key role in the Revolutionary War. British officer Roger Morris…
-
Duke Ellington House
· 17.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Feel the rhythm! This unassuming apartment building at 935 St. Nicholas Avenue was once home to Duke Ellington, one of the greatest jazz composers of all time. From 1939 to 1961, Ellington lived in apartment 4A. Here,…
-
Jumel Terrace Historic District
· 17.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Step back in time to the Jumel Terrace Historic District, where whispers of revolution and high society still echo. The heart of this district is the Morris-Jumel Mansion, Manhattan's oldest house, dating back to around…
-
Sleepy Hollow Cemetery
· 17.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to be haunted – in the best way possible! Sleepy Hollow Cemetery is more than just a graveyard; it's the final resting place of literary giants and titans of industry. Originally founded as Tarrytown Cemetery in…
-
Ivey Delph Apartments
· 17.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This building stands as a testament to a pioneering African American architect who left his mark on Harlem. The Ivey Delph Apartments, completed in 1951, were designed by Vertner Woodson Tandy, a prominent figure who…
-
Hamilton Grange National Memorial
· 17.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine inviting George Washington over for dinner at *your* house. This is that house for Alexander Hamilton. Hamilton, the first Secretary of the Treasury, commissioned this Federal style home, called “The Grange,” in…
-
Whippany Burying Yard
· 17.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Step back in time as you approach the Whippany Burying Yard, the oldest cemetery in northwest New Jersey. This isn't just a place of rest; it's a tangible link to the earliest settlers of this region. Dating back to…
-
Metropolitan Life Insurance Company Hall of Records
· 17.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming building holds the secrets of a financial giant! Metropolitan Life Insurance, one of the largest insurance companies in America, built this Hall of Records back in 1906 to house its growing mountain of…
-
Milbank, Brinckerhoff, and Fiske Halls
· 17.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
These historic halls on the Barnard College campus represent the evolution of women's education in New York City. Milbank, Brinckerhoff, and Fiske Halls, collectively known as Milbank Hall, were designed by Charles A.…
-
Riverside Park (Manhattan)
· 17.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine this: before this beautiful park, the Hudson River was cut off by a noisy, sooty railroad! In 1872, New York City decided to create Riverside Park, but the New York Central Railroad's tracks stood in the way.…
-
Dunbar Apartments
· 17.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
These aren't just apartments; they're a symbol of hope and opportunity during the Harlem Renaissance. Back in the 1920s, John D. Rockefeller Jr. funded the construction of the Dunbar Apartments to provide quality…
-
Low Memorial Library
· 17.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Feast your eyes on Low Memorial Library, once the beating heart of Columbia University. It's more than just a pretty building; it's a monument to family and academic ambition. Back in the 1890s, Columbia President Seth…
-
Harlem River Houses
· 17.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here for a second; this spot tells a story of hope and change during a difficult time. The Harlem River Houses, right here, were one of the first federally funded public housing projects in New York City. They…
-
Substation 219
· 17.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming building holds a vital secret: it helped power the subway system that shaped modern New York City. Built in 1932 by the Independent Subway System, this is Substation 219, also known as the Harlem…
-
Clark Thread Company Historic District
· 17.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Get ready to glimpse a bygone era of industrial dominance! This spot was once the beating heart of the Clark Thread Company, the undisputed king of sewing thread worldwide. Construction began here in 1875. The Clark…
-
Will Marion Cook House
· 17.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine the sounds of jazz and early musical theater echoing from this very spot! This is the Will Marion Cook House, home to a musical giant. Will Marion Cook, born in 1869, was a prominent African American composer,…
-
Master Apartments
· 17.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Marvel at the Art Deco design of the Master Apartments, a skyscraper with a rich history on Riverside Drive. The Master Apartments, completed in 1929, was the tallest building on Riverside Drive at the time. It was…
-
MV Commander
· 17.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder what it was like to cruise the waters around New York City a century ago? This is a clue. The MV Commander, built in 1917, was designed as a 275-passenger excursion boat. She originally ferried people…
-
Morristown and Erie Railroad Whippany Water Tank
· 17.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This century-old water tank stands as a reminder of the vital role railroads played in the industrial development of northern New Jersey. Back in 1904, the Morristown and Erie Railroad built this water tank right here…
-
United States Army 4039
· 17.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a world powered by steam, where trains were vital to national defense. That's the story of U.S. Army 4039, a locomotive built right here in 1942 for World War II. ALCO, the American Locomotive Company, churned…
-
Apollo Theater
· 18.0 mi · Historical Marker
The Apollo Theater at 253 West 125th Street has been the most important venue for Black performers in America since 1934.
-
Apollo Theater
· 18.0 mi · Things to Do
Amateur Night launched Ella James Brown and a young Michael Jackson. Harlem's crown jewel.
-
Kykuit
· 18.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder where unimaginable wealth goes? Right here. Kykuit, perched high above the Hudson River, was the Rockefeller family estate for generations. John D. Rockefeller, the oil tycoon, had this 40-room mansion…
-
Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture
· 18.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Right here in Harlem stands a beacon of Black history and culture. This is the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, a world-renowned archive and research library. Its roots trace back to Arturo Alfonso…
-
Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument (Manhattan)
· 18.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Stand here and you're gazing at more than just the Hudson River; you're looking at a tribute to unity forged in the fires of division. This is the Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument, a memorial to the Union soldiers and…
-
Romer-Van Tassel House
· 18.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
You're near a piece of land with a wild history, dating back to before the Revolutionary War. This is the site of the Romer-Van Tassel House. The original Romer family house stood here when, in 1780, they played a part…
-
East Orange VA Medical Center
· 18.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This VA hospital complex has been serving veterans since 1952. It was built to provide medical care and support to veterans, particularly those returning from World War II and the Korean War. Over the years, it has…
-
Harlem - Lenox Avenue
· 18.2 mi · Historical Marker
Lenox Avenue in Harlem was the cultural epicenter of the Harlem Renaissance, the flowering of African American art, literature, and music in the 1920s and 1930s.
-
Minton's Playhouse
· 18.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
The history of jazz changed forever within these walls. Minton's Playhouse became the hottest spot in Harlem for a new kind of music. In 1938, tenor saxophonist Henry Minton opened this club. During the early 1940s,…
-
369th Regiment Armory
· 18.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here for a second – this armory honors the legendary Harlem Hellfighters! They were the first all-black National Guard unit in New York State. Founded in 1913, the 369th Regiment, as they were officially…
-
Hackensack Water Company Complex
· 18.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder where cities get their water? Right here is a key piece of that story for northern New Jersey. This is the Hackensack Water Company Complex, a reminder of how vital water supply is to urban development. The…
-
Sylvia's Restaurant
· 18.3 mi
Sylvia Woods opened her soul food restaurant on Lenox Avenue in Harlem in 1962 with a small loan and big ambition. She became known as the Queen of Soul Food, serving smothered chicken, collard greens, and candied yams…
-
115th Street Library
· 18.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a second; this isn't just another library, it's a landmark of Harlem's intellectual and architectural history. This is the Harry Belafonte 115th Street Branch of the New York Public Library. Designed by…
-
New York Cancer Hospital
· 18.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Take a look around – this spot was once at the forefront of cancer treatment in the United States. The New York Cancer Hospital, established in 1884, was the first hospital in the US dedicated solely to treating cancer…
-
American Insurance Company Building
· 18.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Check it out, that's the old American Insurance Company Building! It was once a shining symbol of Newark's powerful insurance industry. Built in 1925, this neo-classical skyscraper at 15 Washington Street served as the…
-
Old Essex County Jail
· 18.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder what life was like behind bars over a century ago? This spot marks the location of the old Essex County Jail, a place that witnessed over a century of American prison history. Construction on the complex…
-
William H. Rose House
· 18.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This ornate Carpenter Gothic house is a well-preserved example of mid-1800s architecture. The William H. Rose House, located right here on Tomkins Avenue, was built for a wealthy local businessman. To give you an idea…
-
Monastery and Church of Saint Michael the Archangel
· 18.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a second and take a look at Saint Michael's Monastery Church. Once the largest Roman Catholic church in Hudson County, it's now a fascinating piece of Union City history. Construction on this impressive…
-
Mount Morris Park Historic District
· 18.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here for a second; this neighborhood has some amazing stories to tell! We're near the Mount Morris Park Historic District, a beautiful section of Harlem that really blossomed in the late 19th century. This…
-
John Ballantine House
· 18.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine living in the lap of luxury, fueled by the success of a brewing empire. That's exactly what the John Ballantine House represents. Built in 1884, this stunning mansion was home to John Holme Ballantine, son of…
-
Indian and the Puritan
· 18.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Did you know that the sculptor of Mount Rushmore also created this monument right here? It's called Indian and the Puritan, and it stands in Harriet Tubman Square in Newark.The monument, crafted by Gutzon Borglum,…
-
Stanley Theater (Newark, New Jersey)
· 18.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Right up ahead, you're near a place that was once a doorway to another world: the Stanley Theater. For decades, this building offered Newark residents an escape into the magic of the movies. Opened on May 26, 1927, the…
-
The Belnord
· 18.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Look out your window at this architectural marvel! The Belnord isn't just a building; it's a testament to a bygone era of grand living on the Upper West Side. Built between 1908 and 1909, this colossal Italian…
-
Eberhardt Hall, New Jersey Institute of Technology
· 18.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming building has sheltered generations of Newark's children, from orphans to college students. Originally the Newark Orphan Asylum, it was built in 1856 and 1857 to provide a home for children in need. For…
-
Equestrian statue of George Washington (Newark)
· 18.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This statue of George Washington marks the spot where history and art converged. Crafted by Scottish-American sculptor J. Massey Rhind, the equestrian statue portrays General Washington bidding farewell to his…
-
Marcus Garvey Park
· 18.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine Harlem without Marcus Garvey Park? Unthinkable. This vibrant green space has been a cornerstone of the community for over a century. Originally established in 1840 and named Mount Morris Park, it quickly became…
-
The Apthorp
· 18.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Feast your eyes on The Apthorp, a building that whispers tales of old New York luxury. Back in the early 1900s, William Waldorf Astor, of the famous Astor family, decided to build a grand apartment building here. He…
-
Jug Tavern
· 18.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a pint of history! This unassuming building, known as the Jug Tavern, was right in the thick of things during the American Revolution. Back then, this spot was on the Albany Post Road, the main drag, and…
-
Bethany Baptist Church (Newark, New Jersey)
· 18.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
You're near a place that marks the beginning of a powerful community. Bethany Baptist Church started with just a handful of people who wanted a place to call their own. In 1870, a group of about 26 African Americans,…
-
The Ansonia
· 18.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a building so grand, it once had its own farm on the roof! That's The Ansonia, right here on the Upper West Side. Built between 1899 and 1903 by William Earle Dodge Stokes, this Beaux-Arts masterpiece was…
-
Union Church of Pocantico Hills
· 18.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to be amazed by the stained glass masterpieces housed within the Union Church of Pocantico Hills. John D. Rockefeller Jr., wanting to improve the community near his family's estate, Kykuit, funded the church's…
-
Military Park Building
· 18.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Once the tallest building in Newark, the Military Park Building offers a glimpse into the city's architectural past. Designed by Polhemus & Coffin, the Military Park Building was completed in 1926. It stood as the…
-
Central Park West Historic District
· 18.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever feel like you've stepped back in time? That's the feeling you get cruising Central Park West. This isn't just a street; it's a carefully curated museum of architecture. Between 1880 and the 1930s, the Upper West…
-
Stone House by the Stone House Brook
· 18.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a time when this land was brand new, claimed but not yet tamed. That's the era of the Stone House by the Stone House Brook, one of the oldest buildings still standing in New Jersey. Built before 1680, this house…
-
American Museum of Natural History
· 18.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to be amazed! This spot is home to the American Museum of Natural History, one of the largest and most influential natural history museums in the world. The AMNH's story began in 1869, championed by Dr. Albert…
-
Newark, NJ
· 18.9 mi · Local history
Newark, a vibrant city built on a relatively flat landscape only 54 feet above sea level, has always hummed with a particular energy. Established in 1666 and named for Newark-on-Trent, England, its strategic location…
-
Sing Sing Correctional Facility
· 18.9 mi · Historical Marker
The name comes from the Sintsink people who originally lived on this stretch of the Hudson River. When the state needed a new prison in 1825, they picked this spot because it had marble deposits the inmates could…
-
The Dorilton
· 18.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to be transported back to the Gilded Age! The Dorilton, a stunning example of Beaux-Arts architecture, whispers tales of opulence and ambition.Built between 1900 and 1902, this grand building was commissioned by…
-
Harlem Courthouse
· 18.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This late 19th-century courthouse stands as a reminder of Harlem's evolving role within New York City. It's the Harlem Courthouse, built between 1891 and 1893. Designed in the Romanesque Revival style by Thom & Wilson,…
-
National Newark Building
· 18.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Dominating the Newark skyline, this neo-classical skyscraper was once the tallest building in the city. Built in 1931, the National Newark Building, formerly the National Newark and Essex Bank Building, quickly became a…
-
New York Historical
· 19.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder where New York City keeps its memories? You're near the New-York Historical Society, founded in 1804, making it the city's first museum. For over two centuries, the Society has collected and preserved…
-
Central Park
· 19.0 mi · Historical Marker
Nothing about Central Park is natural. Every hill, lake, meadow, and woodland was designed from scratch by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux starting in 1858. Before construction, this was 843 acres of swamps,…
-
The San Remo
· 19.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Look up! Those twin towers aren't just for show; they mark The San Remo, a building that's housed more than its fair share of celebrities and artists.Construction on this architectural gem began in 1929, right before…
-
First National State Bank Building
· 19.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This spot whispers of early 20th-century grandeur, a time when banks built cathedrals to commerce. Designed by the renowned architect Cass Gilbert, the First National State Bank Building rose here in 1912. Gilbert,…
-
Old First Presbyterian Church (Newark, New Jersey)
· 19.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
These grounds whisper tales of Newark's earliest settlers and their unwavering faith. The First Presbyterian Church, now known as First Church Newark, has stood here for centuries, witnessing the city's growth and…
-
Space Shuttle Enterprise
· 19.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Right over there, you can see a piece of history that never actually made it to space: the Space Shuttle Enterprise. It was the first orbiter ever built, rolled out in 1976. It was constructed without engines or a…
-
Stony Point Battlefield
· 19.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Right here, on this rocky point jutting into the Hudson, a daring midnight raid changed the course of the Revolutionary War. On July 16 07 1779, General Anthony Wayne led a surprise attack on the British garrison at…
-
USS Intrepid (CV-11)
· 19.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
You're looking at a true survivor: the USS Intrepid. This aircraft carrier braved brutal battles in World War II and even plucked astronauts from the sea. Commissioned in 1943, the Intrepid saw intense action in the…
-
The Dakota
· 19.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Right here, at the Dakota, one of the world's most beloved musicians lost his life. On December 8 12 1980, John Lennon was shot and killed right outside this building as he returned home with Yoko Ono. Mark David…
-
Stony Point Light
· 19.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine navigating the Hudson River before GPS! This very spot, Stony Point, was a notorious hazard for ships. That's why they built Stony Point Light, the oldest lighthouse on the Hudson. In 1826, the US government…
-
Central Park
· 19.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
More than just a park, Central Park was a massive engineering project that transformed swampland into an urban oasis. Imagine this: in the mid-1800s, New York City was rapidly growing, and people craved green space. A…
-
St. James' A. M. E. Church (Newark, New Jersey)
· 19.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Did you know this unassuming corner holds a story of faith, resilience, and community? St. James' A.M.E. Church, originally built in 1850, has been a landmark here for over a century. Designed by architect John Welch,…
-
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
· 19.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to be amazed, because you're approaching an architectural marvel that houses a world-renowned collection of modern art: The Guggenheim Museum. Solomon R. Guggenheim, a wealthy industrialist, established the…
-
Congregation Shearith Israel
· 19.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
You're driving by a cornerstone of American Jewish history: Congregation Shearith Israel, the oldest Jewish congregation in the United States. In 1654, a group of 23 Sephardic Jews fleeing persecution in Dutch Brazil…
-
Andrew Carnegie Mansion
· 19.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine living in a mansion so grand, it practically screams "Gilded Age." That's exactly what Andrew Carnegie did in this very spot. Construction finished around 1902, the steel magnate, his wife Louise, and their…
-
Newark Female Charitable Society
· 19.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Did you know this area was once home to the oldest social organization in New Jersey? The Newark Female Charitable Society, later known as the Newark Day Center, was founded by prominent women of Newark in 1803. These…
-
Mrs. Graham Fair Vanderbilt House
· 19.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Step back into the gilded age at this Upper East Side mansion, once home to one of New York's wealthiest families. This impressive Classical Revival building was commissioned in 1930 by Virginia Fair Vanderbilt, the…
-
Kenney Memorial Hospital
· 19.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a time when Black doctors struggled to find places to treat their patients. That's why this spot is so important. Dr. John A. Kenney Sr. founded Kenney Memorial Hospital right here in 1927. It was located at 130…
-
Downtown Ossining Historic District
· 19.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder what a perfectly preserved slice of small-town America looks like? You're driving through it right now! Welcome to the Downtown Ossining Historic District, a remarkably intact example of a late 19th and…
-
Harry F. Sinclair House
· 19.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
That grand mansion you're passing? It once belonged to Harry Sinclair, an oil tycoon who found himself at the center of a massive scandal. In the early 1920s, Sinclair's Mammoth Oil Company secretly leased government…
-
Glencoe (Newark, New Jersey)
· 19.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder about the grand estates that once dotted Newark? You're near the former site of Glencoe, also known as the Coe Mansion. Built in 1871, Glencoe was a significant example of late 19th-century architecture in…
-
Newark Symphony Hall
· 19.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a second, and picture this: a grand theater, once known as The Mosque, buzzing with music and life. Newark Symphony Hall was built in 1925, quickly becoming a cultural hub. For years, this was home to the…
-
Newark's Ironbound District
· 19.6 mi · Historical Marker
The Ironbound gets its name from the railroad tracks and major roadways that surround it on all sides, creating a distinct neighborhood east of downtown Newark. Since the 1830s, wave after wave of immigrants have made…
-
Alwyn Court
· 19.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Feast your eyes on the Alwyn Court's terracotta facade, a stunning example of early 1900s apartment building design. Built between 1907 and 1909, the Alwyn Court was designed by Harde & Short in the French Renaissance…
-
Jersey City Reservoir No. 3
· 19.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a hidden oasis, a secret world thriving right here in Jersey City. That's Jersey City Reservoir No. 3. Built between 1871 and 1874, this reservoir was a vital part of the city's water system, even supplying…
-
Carnegie Hall
· 19.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine standing where legends have stood – Carnegie Hall, a name synonymous with musical greatness. It all started with Andrew Carnegie, the steel magnate, who envisioned a world-class concert hall in New York City.…
-
The Actors' Temple
· 19.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder what happens when faith and theater collide? The Actors' Temple is where it all comes together. Founded in 1917 by a group of actors, including some prominent Yiddish theater performers, the temple offered a…
-
Henry Clay Frick House
· 19.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Get ready to step back in time to the Gilded Age, right here on Fifth Avenue! This opulent mansion, now the Frick Collection, was once the home of industrialist Henry Clay Frick, a man who amassed a fortune in steel.…
-
Gertrude Rhinelander Waldo House
· 19.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here for a sec, I want to tell you about this place. Legend says this opulent mansion was built to spite a former lover, a testament to old New York society and heartbreak. This is the Gertrude Rhinelander…
-
Murphy Varnish Works
· 19.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Believe it or not, this area was once dominated by varnish! In 1865, Franklin Murphy founded Murphy Varnish Works, which became the largest varnish producer in Newark. Murphy himself went on to become a New Jersey…
-
Frank Sinatra's Birthplace, Hoboken
· 19.8 mi · Historical Marker
Frank Sinatra was born at 415 Monroe Street in Hoboken on December 12, 1915, in a cold-water tenement in the Italian immigrant neighborhood.
-
Battle of Short Hills
· 19.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Right here, near Scotch Plains and Edison, New Jersey, a small but crucial battle helped save the Continental Army from disaster. In June of 1777, British General Howe marched his troops into central New Jersey, hoping…
-
330 West 42nd Street
· 19.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Marvel at the McGraw-Hill Building, a striking example of Art Deco architecture in the heart of Hell's Kitchen. This wasn't just an office building; it was a statement about the future of design. The McGraw-Hill…
-
Sara Delano Roosevelt Memorial House
· 19.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine being gifted a house by your mother-in-law! That's exactly what happened to Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt. This Neo-Georgian townhouse on East 65th Street was a wedding gift from Franklin's mother, Sara Delano…
-
United States lightship Frying Pan (LV-115)
· 19.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This floating lighthouse spent decades warning ships away from treacherous shoals off the coast of North Carolina, and now it's right here in Manhattan. The Frying Pan lightship, designated LV-115, was built in 1929.…
-
Plaza Hotel
· 19.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wanted to feel like Kevin McCallister? You're just steps from the iconic Plaza Hotel, a true movie star in its own right. Built in 1907, The Plaza quickly became a symbol of luxury and elegance in New York City. It…
-
Park Avenue Armory
· 19.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to be amazed by the Park Avenue Armory, a stunning relic of New York's Gilded Age. Built for the Seventh Regiment of the New York National Guard, construction finished in 1880. The goal was to create not just a…
-
Loew's Jersey Theatre
· 20.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to be amazed! This isn't just any building; it's the Loew's Jersey Theatre, a stunning survivor from the golden age of movie palaces. Imagine it's 1929. The Loew's Jersey opens its doors, one of five "Wonder…