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As early America's greatest technological innovation, the Erie Canal ushered in a new era of transportation history when it was completed in 1825. New York's waterways, railroads, highways and airfields have helped our nation grow in size, population and economic strength while making the state the center of a transportation revolution which has continued into the 21st century. Attractions from scenic railroads to canal cruises to lighthouses act as living history museums, showcasing the many ways New York has led the nation in moving people and goods. In 2017, New York celebrates the 200th anniversary of the groundbreaking of the Erie Canal with events and celebrations across the state.
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Brooklyn Bridge
The Brooklyn Bridge is one of the oldest suspension bridges in the United States and the first steel-wire suspension bridge in the world. Opened with much fanfare in 1883, its main span of more than... more
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Brooklyn Bridge and Brooklyn Height Promenade
The Brooklyn Bridge is one of the oldest suspension bridges in the United States and the first steel-wire suspension bridge in the world. Opened with much fanfare in 1883, its main span of more than... more
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Brooklyn Navy Yard Center at BLDG 92
The Brooklyn Navy Yard was founded in 1801 as the New York Naval Shipyard, one of the most active and innovative military shipbuilding facilities in the United States. During the Revolutionary War,... more
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Buffalo & Erie County Naval & Military Park
The Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park, formerly known as The Buffalo Naval and Servicemen`s Park, is a museum on the shore of Lake Erie in Buffalo, New York. It is home to several... more
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Buffalo Central Terminal St Adalbert Basilica Broadway Market
The Buffalo Central Terminal, built by the New York Central Railroad, opened to the public on June 22, 1929. Polonia encompasses parts of the east side of Buffalo, as well as the suburb of... more
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Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village
The exhibit's collection includes paintings, prints, furniture, ceramics, woodworking, metalworking and textile working tools, many of which have a history of the Niagara Frontier or a specific... more
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Buffalo Transportation / Pierce-Arrow Museum
The history of Pierce-Arrow began with birdcages in 1890 and evolved through bicycles and motorcars from 1897 to 1938. The Pierce-Arrow Motorcar Company produced quality motor vehicles from 1901... more
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Buskirk Covered Bridge
The Buskirk Covered Bridge is the only inter-county covered bridge in New York State, joining Rensselaer and Washington Counties. It is one of four covered bridges still standing in Washington... more
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Canal Place
Located along the Mohawk River, Canal Place is the historic core of the city and features an interesting mix of commercial and industrial buildings as well as the remains of the Erie Canal, including... more
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Canalside Buffalo
Located in the footprint of the Erie Canal on 21 historic acres in downtown Buffalo, Canalside is at the heart of the city’s waterfront revitalization. Canalside hosts hundreds of events and... more
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Canastota Canal Town Museum
Once a 19th C. bakery and residence, and located beside a remnant of the original Canal, the Museum offers a history of the "Old Erie Canal" and brings life to local folklore and history.... more
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Champlain Monument and Lighthouse
In the early 20th century, the existing lighthouse on this site was rebuilt to commemorate the 300th anniversary of Samuel de Champlain`s discovery of Lake Champlain. The new stone lighthouse, a... more
