From Indigenous pathways and Revolutionary-era conflict to industrial growth and urban disasters, these stories trace the defining moments of New York City’s past.

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This tavern - still in operation today - played a prominent role in history before, during, and after the American Revolution. Narrated by Chris Brinkley.

Revolutionary Fraunces Tavern

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One of the largest natural harbors in the world, it is an important historical, governmental and commercial hub. Narrated by WF Strong.

New York Harbor a History Magnet

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A few hundred years ago, the city of nearly 10 million people was occupied by the local Lenape tribe. Narrated by Rodney Ingram.

Early Manhattan History

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A young American spy attributed with “I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country.” Narrated by Rodney Ingram.

Nathan Hale Monument

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Abolitionist activist David Ruggles’ bookstore was an Underground Railroad station that helped Frederick Douglass reach freedom. Narrated by Craig Patterson.

Underground Railroad Station

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What started as a Native American footpath evolved to a public highway and postal route to this path through Central Park. Narrated by Tom Glynn.

View From The Late 1700s NY Road

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Over 1,000 people, mostly women and children headed to a church picnic, died when the General Slocum caught fire and sank in 1904. Narrated by Tom Glynn.

NYC Loses Ship & 1,200 Aboard

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Beneath the floating metropolis of Battery Park City lay the remnants of the historic ships that sailed into New York Harbor. Narrated by Tom Glynn.

NY Harbor: Age of Sail to Today

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Robert Magaw described his role in the Battle of Fort Washington as the most glorious cause that mankind ever fought. Narrated by Tom Glynn.

Magaw & Battle of Ft. Washington

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The first major domestic terrorist attack on New York. Narrated by Andrew Carroll.

The South Lobs Fire at the City

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Newark became the industrial’s major hub and largest city over the course of decades. Narrated by Ean Leppin.

The History of Newark, NJ

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Once home to the country’s largest fish market...and the potent smell that came with it. Narrated by Bill Werlin.

Fulton Market & Titanic Memorial

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A recent archeological dig found evidence of the British Battery wall. Narrated by Bill Werlin.

Battery Wall Discovery

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A penny paper pamphlet about the discovery of life on the moon pulls a fast one over thousands of gullible readers. Narrated by Bill Werlin.

The Great Moon Hoax of 1835

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Spanning the Hudson River, this architectural behemoth is hard to miss. Narrated by Bill Werlin.

George Washington Bridge

From Indigenous pathways and Revolutionary-era conflict to industrial growth and urban disasters, these stories trace the defining moments of New York City’s past.