What Manhattan Looked Like Before Civilization: The “Mannahatta” Project
Manhattan is an incredibly beautiful and highly developed borough, renowned for its stunning architecture, bustling financial centers, historic landmarks, and so much more. However,...
The Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir: The History of Its Creation
The Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir is an extremely popular recreational spot where visitors can exercise or simply enjoy a leisurely walk. However, this body...
Morgan Iron Works: The Story of a Leading U.S. Marine Steam Engine Manufacturer
This article explores Morgan Iron Works, once a prominent American manufacturer of marine steam engines. At its peak, the facility was renowned for its...
Tackling Trash: What Happens to New York City’s Garbage?
Americans generate more trash than anyone else on the planet—three times the global average per person. New York City, with its population of over...
Environmental Defense Fund: History of Activities
This article explores the history and activities of the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF), an American organization dedicated to addressing environmental issues. Learn more about...
Pearl Street Station: Thomas Edison’s First Commercial Power Plant in the U.S.
Thomas Edison's invention of the incandescent light bulb and a complete system for generating and distributing direct current was a scientific breakthrough that changed...
The American Museum of Natural History: A Look Back at Its Origins
This article explores a renowned natural history museum that captivates with its sheer scale, both in its physical space and its collections. Discover more...
One of America’s Deadliest: The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire
On March 25, 1911, a fire at the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory became the deadliest industrial disaster in New York City’s history and one of...
The Story of Manhattan’s Water Supply
New York City's deep, salty rivers made it a popular port, but they also wreaked havoc on its drinking water. By the mid-18th century,...