The New-York Historical Society has secured a lead donor for its forthcoming new wing dedicated to American democracy—and is simplifying its name to become the New York Historical. The museum, founded ...

Wendy Ikemoto will become the new vice president and chief curator of the New-York Historical Society. (photo by Jeenah Moon, all images courtesy New York Historical Society) Wendy Nālani E. Ikemoto ...

Deep in the bowels of Penn Station, there’s a small sign that reads “Penn RR Trains,” its red arrow forever pointing passengers towards trains that no longer run for a station that once was. It’s a ...

NEW YORK, N.Y. — The New York Historical Society will debut a major exhibition this fall, “The New York Sari,” exploring the history and cultural significance of one of the world’s oldest garments and ...

See endearing photos and paintings of New Yorkers and their beloved pets, documents, memorabilia, and clips from film and television that show the evolution of pets in the city from the times of the ...

Wilton Historical Society will host a screening of The Hidden History of Slavery in New York on Thursday, Jan. 22, with Emmy ...

The New-York Historical Society explores the relationships between New Yorkers and their pets. By Morgan Malget This article is part of the Fine Arts & Exhibits special section on the art world ...