America 250: From New Amsterdam to New York
The Dutch colony of New Amsterdam lasted less than 30 years, but its profound impact on New York…
NYC’s hottest America 250 celebrations
Go big or go home for America 250. As the nation marks its 250th birthday this upcoming weekend,…
Staten Island and the American Revolution
This week marks 250 years since British troops landed on Staten Island. They were preparing to fight rebels…
A view of the Battle of Long Island (Brooklyn)
NY1 is continuing visits with the city’s borough historians as they show their favorite local spots with ties…
Going Places: How to Take Part in New York City’s Sail4th 250 Events, July 3-8, Climaxed by Tall Ships Parade July 4th
America’s tall ship, the US Coast Guard cutter, Eagle, will lead the largest parade of tall ships ever,…
How to walk in the footsteps of NYC’s American Revolutionaries
Standing at the north end of Bowling Green in Lower Manhattan, tourists’ eyes are focused on a chunky…
What life was like for Revolutionary War patriots in NYC
New York has always been revolutionary. The Big Apple was a vital cornerstone in the formation of America,…
Sail4th 250’s Ships and Warships Come to NYC for July 4th
Tall ships paraded in New York Harbor for the Bicentennial. Photo: ©Burt Glinn/Magnum Photos On the Fourth of…
Going Places: New York Historical’s New Tang Wing for American Democracy Couldn’t Have Come at a Better Time
To mark the opening of the Tang Wing for American Democracy, The New York Historical has expanded hours…
NJ fireworks shows for July 4th
NEW JERSEY – Fourth of July celebrations are taking on extra meaning in 2026 as the U.S. marks…
List of performers for Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks show in NYC
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NYC fireworks shows for July 4th
NEW YORK CITY – Firework shows are happening this month across New York City, including many on the…