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Top 18 Historic Site locations in New York
byShiry
Live update: Updated July 26, 2021Copy link
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2. Frederic Remington Art Museum
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryFrederic Remington (b. 1861 in Canton, NY d. 1909 Ridgefield, CT) was one of the most famous artists of his time. He brought images of the Old West to the public on the pages of magazines and later in bronze. The Museum’s collection also includes Remington’s look at Northern New York and his beloved norther wilderness with oils and sketches. Remington enjoyed his time in the North Country. So, in May of 1900, Frederic and Eva Remington purchased a summer home at Ingleneuk. Ingleneuk is an island in the St. Lawrence River in New York. Across from Ingleneuk is Singer Castle, which Remington painted in 1907. Remington produced over 3,000 signed paintings and drawings and 22 different subjects in bronze. It was in 1895 that Remington produced his first bronze, The Broncho Buster.
3. Nassau County Museum of Art
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryVisit us to enjoy a day filled with beauty, from the top-tier art in the galleries and sculptures on the grounds to the natural beauty of the gardens and walking trails on our 145-acre nature preserve.
4. Oneida Community Mansion House
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5. Planting Fields Foundation
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryLocated in Oyster Bay, New York and originally landscaped by the Olmstead Brothers of Brookline, Massachusetts, the Arboretum grounds feature 409 acres of greenhouses, rolling lawns, formal gardens, woodland paths and outstanding plant collections. The original historic estate buildings remain intact including Coe Hall, a 65-room Tudor Revival mansion designed by Walker & Gillette. The interior of the house is a showcase of artistry and craftsmanship and features a distinctly American aesthetic through original ironwork commissions by Samuel Yellin and murals painted by artists Robert W. Chanler and Everett Shinn.
6. The Noguchi Museum
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryFounded in 1985 by Isamu Noguchi (1904–1988), one of the leading sculptors and designers of the twentieth century, The Noguchi Museum was the first museum in America to be founded, designed, and installed by a living artist to show his or her own work. Widely viewed as among the artist’s greatest achievements, the Museum comprises ten indoor galleries in a converted factory building, as well as an internationally acclaimed outdoor sculpture garden. Since its founding, it has served as an international hub for Noguchi research and appreciation. In addition to housing the artist’s archives and the catalogue raisonnée of his work, the Museum exhibits a comprehensive selection of sculpture, models for public projects and gardens, dance sets, and his Akari lanterns. Provocative, frequently-changing installations drawn from the permanent collection, together with diverse special exhibitions related to Noguchi and the context in which he worked, offer a rich, contextualized view of Noguchi’s art and illuminate his enduring influence as a category-defying, multicultural, cross-disciplinary innovator.
7. Boscobel House and Gardens
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryBoscobel House and Gardens is a restored 1804-08 mansion with stunning interiors, awe-inspiring views of the Hudson River, lush gardens, and a woodland trail. Find matchless beauty here. Children always welcome.
8. Cornell Botanic Gardens
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9. The Frick Collection
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10. The Saranac Laboratory Museum
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryThe Saranac Laboratory Museum, operated by Historic Saranac Lake, preserves and shares the rich history of the tuberculosis treatment industry in Saranac Lake. The Saranac Laboratory was founded by Dr. Edward Livingston Trudeau in 1894 for the study of tuberculosis. The Museum features exhibits on tuberculosis research, patient care, and other special rotating topics.
11. Edward Hopper House Art Center
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryEdward Hopper House in Nyack, New York is the birthplace of the renowned American artist Edward Hopper (1882-1967). It was built in 1858 by his maternal grandfather, and served as his primary residence until 1910. After Hopper’s death the house fell into disrepair, but was saved from demolition and restored by members of the local community. Since 1971, the Edward Hopper House has been a not-for-profit art center. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
12. Frank Lloyd Wright’s Graycliff
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryGraycliff stands majestically on the shore of Lake Erie as a monument to one of the greatest American tales ever told. More than a home, Graycliff is one of Frank Lloyd Wright’s most stunning examples of Organic architecture, and to visitors, an unexpected departure from his signature Prairie style. Today, the Graycliff Conservancy is dedicated to restoring Graycliff to its former glory, preserving its legacy for future generations. A spirited extension of Buffalo’s rebirth, you are invited to experience this unforgettable setting where a family’s resolve was tested, and one man’s struggle turned into triumph.
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13. Heckscher Museum of Art
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryThe Heckscher Museum brings art and people together. It is a catalyst for discovery, imagination, the exchange of ideas, and the sharing of experiences. Located in Huntington Village on Long Island’s North Shore “Gold Coast,” The Heckscher Museum’s beaux-arts building is on the National Register of Historic Places. The Museum welcomes more than 50,000 visitors each year. New York City businessman and philanthropist August Heckscher (1848-1941) built the Museum for what was largely a rural community in 1920. He believed that people living outside of urban areas should have access to the fine arts as a part of their daily lives. Mr. Heckscher was also a champion of arts education for children. The Heckscher Museum plays a prominent role in the cultural and educational life of Long Islanders. An average of five changing exhibitions each year highlight the Museum’s impressive Permanent Collection of American and European art, as well as works lent by artists, collectors, and museums. The Museum lends works of art from its collection to museums around the world for special exhibitions. A leader in K-12 visual arts education, school programs reach more than 10,000 elementary, middle, and high school students each year. Public programs engage children, families, and adults with art thinking and art making. As The Heckscher Museum approaches its Centennial in 2020, it is committed to expanding its role as a cultural and educational leader on Long Island. The Museum’s Centennial will look to the exciting years ahead, and the ways to meet the changing needs and interests of current and future generations of Long Islanders.
14. Old Stone Fort Museum
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15. Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryFounded in 1977, Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation is a not-for-profit organization that promotes preservation and enhancement of the architectural, cultural and landscaped heritage of Sarasota Springs.
16. The Historical Society of the Town of Warwick
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryFounded in 1906, the Historical Society of the Town Warwick believes that an understanding and appreciation of our historic heritage is essential to maintaining a unique and meaningful identity as a community. The mission of the Society is to celebrate and preserve the history of the Town of Warwick and its people, and to assure that this legacy is passed on to future generations. It is our privilege to be the memory-keepers of the Town, and present our shared history for everyone. The Warwick Historical Society educates and engages a diverse public through a variety of programs, maintains 12 important landmark buildings and properties and a collection of thousands of items and artifacts, performs research and publishes historic records, identifies and encourages preservation of significant places and structures throughout the Town, and partners with other community organizations, keeping history alive for everyone.
17. Shaker Museum | Mount Lebanon
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18. The Frick Collection
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