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11 Old-Time General Stores and Five and Dimes in Upstate New York
Nostalgia Alert! These old-timey general stores and five and dimes will bring back warm memories for many of you. All are in Upstate New York!. Nostalgia Alert! 11 Awesome Vintage Upstate General Stores and Five and Dime Stores. We all have memories of those great little five-and-dime stores and general...
These Upstate NY Train Stations Have Been Certified “Historic!”
Everybody loves an old train station, and our Upstate region has plenty of them from the Hudson Valley through the Catskill and Adirondack Mountains, out through the Finger Lakes and on to Western New York. This gallery looks at a selection of historic train stations that have all been certified...
These 12 Classic Diners Are Ready To Serve You In Western NYS!
These are 12 of the top diners found in Western New York. This is part of our series where we are looking at some of the best old-timey diners around Upstate New York, section by section. This gallery focuses on the area of far western New York State. Erie, Chautauqua, and Niagara counties to be specific.
Clever and Colorful! Upstate County Seals Tell Amazing Stories!
So each of New York State's 62 counties has an actual official county seal. ever notice it?. The county seals are little pieces of official artwork that are supposed to highlight, in creative graphics, the history or strong points of their home county. Some of them feature famous men, some highlight animals or agriculture, others may feature natural landmarks like mountains, lakes, or rivers. A lot of work went into creating these colorful little county symbols.
Cooperstown’s Magnificent “Hyde Hall” Never Fails to Impress!
Imagine designing and constructing a home that takes 17 years to finish!. Hyde Hall, the stunning Neo-Classical country mansion located at the northern point of Otsego Lake near Cooperstown, is such a case. It was built for George Clarke from 1817-1834, and is still in fantastic condition and is a popular tourist destination for those visiting the historic village of Cooperstown, which is just nine mile south on the same lake.
9 Of The Oldest and Most Historic Breweries in Upstate New York!
This list will make you thirsty. Each of the nine breweries on this list is at least 25 years old, and in fact wo of them are more than 125 years old!. The craft brewery explosion has swept the Upstate New York region. With so many places, big and small, now making their own beers, we thought it would be nice to give a tip of the hat and a big "Cheerio" to those that have stood the test of time. Some of these places are in big cities like Buffalo and Rochester. Others on this list are in smaller, more rural places, like Lake Placid or even Cooperstown.
DYK? Five New York State Counties Are Bigger Than Rhode Island!
OK, here is a mindbender for you. The state of Rhode Island covers a total area of 1,545 square miles. Did you know that five different counties in New York State cover more land than that entire state?. Yes, land? In Upstate New York? We've got it. Here are the...
National “Foods on a Stick Day” Can Be Fun in Upstate New York!
Well, the folks over at the "National Food Calendar" website have really come up with a doozie this time. March 28 is "National Foods on a Stick Day." Now, you would think that there wouldn't be many to fill out a gallery on this celebration. But once we got to thinking, a lot of them popped into our heads. Popsicle, definitely. Lollipops, too.
The Majesty Of the 10 Tallest Buildings in Upstate New York
When this writer was 13 years old I saw my first skyscraper. It was in Albany. It was a magnificent tower jutting up from the cityscape. I couldn't believe it. It was the Alfred E. Smith State Office Building. It is still on this list of the ten tallest buildings in Upstate New York, but my how things have changed.
7 Old-Time Caboose Cars In Upstate New York Serving Ice Cream!
How many remember the "little red caboose" cars that rumbled through your little towns regularly back in the old days? Well, they are not on trains anymore. Too bad. We miss the caboose and the little old guy who would come out and wave to all of the youngsters along the way.
20 Incredible and Fun Children’s Museums in Upstate New York!
See if you agree with this statement. "Does anybody know a museum where kids can go and actually enjoy themselves?" Well, if you asked that question 50 years ago, the answer was probably a blank stare. I went to my first museum in 1967 when I was 17. It was the New York State Museum in Albany and I will admit it was a bit of a bore.
Amazing! Visit These 21 Historic and Little Known Homes in Upstate New York!
There are so many famous homes across Upstate New York that it was very hard to pick a selection for this gallery. My only rule is that all of them are open to the general public for tours. I had the pleasure to write a book about famous homes across...
12 of Beautiful Washington County’s Most Delicious Places to Eat!
Washington County is one of the great, stunningly beautiful counties in Upstate New York. The county, with a population of only 60,000 residents, has many small towns and villages to visit and enjoy (none of them has more than 6,000 residents). And the county has a bountiful array of great places to stop for a bite along your roadtrip in here.
These Finger Lakes Flower Destinations Are Ready To See You!
Spring is a special time of the year in Upstate New York. Whether the winter season has been a long tough one, or a relatively mild one, we all herald the change of seasons and putting winter in our rear view mirror. Spring means flowers in Upstate New York. Gardens...
Trivia Facts About Upstate New York That’ll Make You Say, “Wow!!”
Everyone loves a little trivia. A little fun factoid that will make you scratch your head and say, "Wait, what?" This gallery is loaded with amazing facts about Upstate New York's people. places, and things that you may or may not have known about. Like that the first modern dental chair was invented in Syracuse. Or maybe you didn't know that there is a large manufacturing plant out in Livingston County that makes all the Cool Whip and "Lunchables" that we see in supermarkets everywhere. Did you know that little Norwich, NY was once the "Hammer Capital of the World." Right here in Chenango County!
The Ultimate Guide to the Best Irish Pubs in Upstate New York
Sometimes you are just in the mood for a little Irish. Right?. Most of us enjoy gathering at a bar or club with our friends or family for a night out enjoying some live music, a cold Guinness, and some wings, pizza, or other delicious pub fare. Maybe a sports bar? Maybe a cocktail lounge? They are all good.
Saratoga’s New York State Military Museum is Awesome!
I really enjoy going through a New York State military museum, and I have enjoyed it ever since I was a kid in the 1950s and 1960s. My first memory of a visit to a museum of this type, was a Junior High School field trip in 1963. The trip was from my school in rural Delaware County up to the New York State Museum in Albany. There we saw all kinds of military artifacts (among other items) that were fascinating. Seeing all the uniforms, battle flags, and photographs have stayed with me for a half century.
Are These the Best Restaurants in Ithaca? You Be the Judge!
OK, lets talk food. To be specific, lets talk Ithaca food. This great college city has an abundance of fine restaurants to choose from. In the course of my many travels in the Ithaca area, I have found several food favorites I'd like to share with you. This gallery lists my ten "go-to" places to eat. Of course this is one man's opinion (mine) so the list is all up for suggestions. And that is what the intention of this post is.
Upstate Legends! The Most Famous Movie Theatre in the Adirondacks!
What becomes a legend most? How about a historic 100+ year old movie theatre tucked away in an Adirondack Mountain village that retains its fantastic history in both architecture and substance, and has a big surprise in store for those who venture inside!. The beautiful Strand Theatre, located in the...
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