New York City Historical pictures

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Affectionately referred to as the centre of the universe, New York City boasts a cosmic array of life, prospects and opportunity.

After the skyscraper-filled districts of Lower and Midtown Manhattan, Downtown Brooklyn has a more casual look and feel. 

This glorious, buzzing hub for commuters is an absolute must-see for history and architecture lovers.

Meet the iconic library lions, explore the Rose Room and marvel at millions of books at New York City’s flagship library.

Whether you’re performing here or more likely watching a performance, enjoy the rich surroundings of one of the world’s most renowned music performance halls.

Appreciate the stunning architectural design and spot the intriguing gargoyles of the world’s tallest steel-supported brick building as it gleams in the skyline.

Meet the iconic library lions, explore the Rose Room and marvel at millions of books at New York City’s flagship library.

See the Egyptian antiquities, a rotating selection of international art and a mammoth collection of American artworks in this impressive museum.

Meet the iconic library lions, explore the Rose Room and marvel at millions of books at New York City’s flagship library.

Walk along the East River in Brooklyn’s oldest neighborhood and enjoy spectacular views of downtown Manhattan and the Brooklyn Bridge.

This glorious, buzzing hub for commuters is an absolute must-see for history and architecture lovers.

This glorious, buzzing hub for commuters is an absolute must-see for history and architecture lovers.

This glorious, buzzing hub for commuters is an absolute must-see for history and architecture lovers.

Admire the remarkable architecture, beautiful music and spiritual ambiance of this historic landmark just north of Central Park.

Few other places in the world get as much credit for creating and nurturing American music genres as does this famous theater.

This glorious, buzzing hub for commuters is an absolute must-see for history and architecture lovers.

This glorious, buzzing hub for commuters is an absolute must-see for history and architecture lovers.

This glorious, buzzing hub for commuters is an absolute must-see for history and architecture lovers.

This glorious, buzzing hub for commuters is an absolute must-see for history and architecture lovers.

See natural wonders from mammoth dinosaurs to delicate butterflies to outer space in this vast museum in the heart of Manhattan.

This glorious, buzzing hub for commuters is an absolute must-see for history and architecture lovers.

This glorious, buzzing hub for commuters is an absolute must-see for history and architecture lovers.

This glorious, buzzing hub for commuters is an absolute must-see for history and architecture lovers.