The New York Historical Society
This organization is dedicated to the preservation of New York City’s historical resources and the “founding of our country.” The site contains a schedule of upcoming programs, images of artworks from the Society’s museum, and an archive of past and present museum exhibitions (often with informative text and pictures). A highlight is Seneca Village - “Manhattan’s first significant community of African American property owners.” It existed from 1825 to 1857 and was located in an area that is now part of Central Park. In addition, the group provides research and educational assistance (including lesson plans for elementary, middle, and high school students).
Archived Exhibitions include:
- Secrets of a beautiful face - beauty in the 19th century cosmetics
- Development of Law enforcement - police, crime
- Treasures from Mt. Vernon, George Washington, documents
- 19th Century Etchings
- George B. Post: Great American Architect- architectural drawings
- William Sidney Mount: Painter of American Life - Yankee art, printmaking
- Refuge: The Newest New Yorkers - refugees, cultural diversity, photographs, photography
