During the decade before the Revolutionary War, the Georgian house, with its monumental portico and octagonal drawing room, was the setting for some of the colony’s most fashionable parties.
In the fall of 1776, the Mansion was seized by the Continental Army and served as headquarters for George Washington during the Battle of Harlem Heights. British and Hessian commanders occupied the house after Washington’s retreat from New York. Read the rest of this entry »
ABOUT HARLEM JAZZ SHRINES FESTIVAL 2011
The Apollo Theater, Harlem Stage and Jazzmobile have partnered specifically to create a resurgence of jazz opportunities in Harlem with this week-long festival. Jazz will be presentedin all its various forms and diverse formats including jazz dance, concert, club, cabaret and dance events. Conceived as an annual offering, Harlem Jazz Shrines will enable the partners to create a dynamic range of programming, highlighting the role that local Harlem venues have played in the development of jazz.
The Museum of the City of New York’s Paintings and Sculpture Collection includes more than 2500 works that depict New York and New Yorkers from the 17th century to the present.
This blog pretends to be an space where people will be able to find useful hints and tips while planning the next trip to New York as well as to share experiences and recommend things to do in New York City
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