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These 15 women made their mark on the City in politics,
activism, the arts and much more. Learn the stories behind figures such
as Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman to run for president, and
Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney, who founded the museum that bears her last
name, and see where you can honor them now.
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Know the Names →
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Emily Flake’s Windsor Terrace
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The cartoonist, writer and humorist
dishes on her favorite places in her Brooklyn neighborhood, which is
bookended by Prospect Park and Green-Wood Cemetery. Along with those
attractions, she points out spots for stand-up comedy, tasty meals and
bodega coffee.
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Get on Your Way →
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400 Years, 40 Big Moments
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Too many events to count have shaped the
diverse, welcoming city we know and love. This timeline takes us
through some highlights, from the Bill of Rights signing and the
establishment of a theater district to the first US pizzeria and the
birth of hip-hop, and guides you on how to experience their legacy in
the City today.
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Explore History Now →
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Free NYC Museums
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These museums, memorials and attractions
are either always free, free on certain days or free at certain times
of day. Use this resource to plan an art- and history-filled
itinerary—no charge required.
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It’s on the House →
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