Designed by famed 20th-century architect Cass Gilbert, the future of this abandoned 1908 rail station is currently in limbo.

A large boulder marks the place where the island of Manhattan was purportedly "sold" to the Dutch.

This outdoor gallery of sculptures along the East River was once a landfill.

A no-frills cinephile haven known for showing offbeat, underseen films.

The return of something once considered a basic part of life.

A collaborative art project that transformed a neighborhood in NYC's Queens.

Monument to a forgotten NYC disaster that claimed the lives of 1,000.

A reminder to choose water over wine since 1888.

One of the few remaining American elm trees in New York’s Tompkins Square Park was the birthplace of a new religion.

This former crime corner has been turned into an eclectic community center.

This mosaic dedicated to John Lennon was tended for years by a Beatles super-fan.

Visit the monolithic tomb of America's most famous general.

One of the only single-person private gravesites in New York City.

Walking around West Harlem reveals a scavenger hunt of beautiful bird murals.

For over 30 years the walls of this Harlem schoolyard have been a gallery of street art by "Kings and better."

This ruined fort hidden at the top of Central Park can't seem to keep from losing its historical plaques.

This castle-like building in Manhattan helped destigmatize cancer in the 19th century.

A Gothic-style abode built to accommodate the church's three resident peacocks.

A tribute to the hard-working men and women of Grumman, who crafted F-14 fighter jets.

A curious fountain that has no water and includes Satan, a crab, and 9 giraffes.

The "Seinfeld" diner.

Church featuring "high Victorian gothic" architecture.

Enormous one time fiber mill now houses local artists and small businesses.

Once a dumping spot, now a park with a kayak launch.