School named after its beloved principal, killed in the cross-fire of a drug related shooting.

What’s a sure fire way to end up in jail in New York in the 1920s? Peddling bad moonshine.

The site where Joe Gallo kept his guns, pet lion, and launched an all out mob war in 1960s Brooklyn.

The childhood home of one of America's greatest unsung troubadours still stands in a much changed Brooklyn neighborhood.

Spike Lee's provocative film is officially honored right where it was made, the first time a work of art was used as a secondary street name.

This 19th century brick building in Brooklyn stands out like the anachronistic landmark that it is.

Retribution for death of infamous mob boss Franie Yale was a case of mistaken identity.

Love is in the air along the small street in Brooklyn.

This hidden oasis features a stunning view of the Hudson River and the Palisades from a castle-like museum.

The only Bahá'í house of worship in North America and one of only a handful worldwide.

A student designed this 3D-printed scale replica of the entire university campus.

Partially submerged Buddha heads freckle Chicago’s neighborhoods.

Tour the luxe "glass cage" that inspired and unnerved the architecture world upon its debut.

What was once the second largest steel mill in the US is now a sprawling complex of modern ruins.

A historic and oft-filmed prison stands in a Chicago suburb.

A gothic church spire sits atop this skyscraper, the tallest church in the world.

A 400-foot-tall tall map of Chicago makes this once-ignored building stand out.

The last masonry skyscraper ever built reveals a transitional moment in architectural history.

This museum houses artifacts from American adventurers and filmmakers Martin and Osa Johnson.

The first ever diner included on the National Register of Historic Places is famous for its custard French toast.

This whimsical group of statues is a favorite of children who love to climb all over Lewis Carroll's beloved characters.

Even for Egyptian royalty, the afterlife was bring-your-own-beef.

Curious crustaceans support an obelisk from ancient Egypt that now stands in modern-day Central Park.

Since 1947, this living history museum has been providing an immersive look at life in Plymouth Colony.