The massive machine creates cracking displays of indoor lightning.

Radical Bookstore and Community Space.

One of the oldest used bookstores in the U.S. has been selling antiquarian treasures since 1825.

This elaborate towering structure was once famed for its revolutionary height.

Yo, Adrian!

A former waterfront market is now in the center of town due to some interesting Boston engineering.

In the power of this waterfall, Alexander Hamilton saw the potential for industry.

In the 19th century, this canal provided power to mills, machine shops, and other businesses in the area.

Take a step into the workshop where Edison and his employees revolutionized the world.

A reservoir of vintage pinball machines and arcade games for the nostalgic and thrill seeking.

Step inside Lucy, the world's largest "elephant."

Hidden in plain sight on the Hudson River is an abandoned train station where nature has taken over.

Over 120,000 curious objects that have shaped our modern world.

An oddity shop inspired by the history of the circus.

Avoid gangster interaction while window-shopping.

Cryptic messages embedded in the New York City sidewalk.

New York City's only radical feminist independent bookstore.

This small New York museum examines Chinese history from its origins right up to its arrival in the city.

Imagine having a street run right through your home, or better yet, a historic bridge three stories high.

Established in 1937, the oldest candy shop in New York City boasts a rainbow-colored inventory that would make Willy Wonka envious.

A controversial magical figure is hidden within a diorama of the city.

An aptly-named street near the birthplace of the modern LGBT rights movement.

A ruthless Soviet relocation campaign birthed a new cuisine, and this humble restaurant.

One of the most enjoyable bits of history at Coney Island and “the most romantic ride in the world.”