World-famous, Pink's still manages to keep its prized cult fetish status.

The private clubhouse for the members of the Academy of Magical Arts.

Giant Redwood-themed cafeteria operates under the golden rule, "Dine Free Unless Delighted."

A curious fountain that has no water and includes Satan, a crab, and 9 giraffes.

A Natural History and Science Emporium.

This mosaic dedicated to John Lennon was tended for years by a Beatles super-fan.

A 120-year oil leak slowly unleashes more gallons of oil than the Exxon/Mobil disaster.

The factory for the popular Dumbo location, the Greenpoint shop is a quiet gem.

A drawbridge named for a potentially intersex Polish national who fought alongside George Washington during the American Revolution, and an example of "Pulaski Red".

A posh members-only club with a literally dramatic history.

Named the fifth most beautiful building in America in 1885, this former courthouse boasts the best view in the Village.

A museum devoted to bringing to light forgotten or neglected histories through exhibitions, education and public programming.

Cryptic messages embedded in the New York City sidewalk.

The former sign of this immortal music venue is just that--undying.

New York City's only preserved family home from the 19th century.

Red frames showcase remnants of one of New York's original subway stations.

The most confusing clock in New York.

A terrific purveyor of natural history objects and curios.

The oldest surviving synagogue in New York City is now a soaring art space.

A prohibition era watering hole for the police.

The longest continuous underwater road in North America was built at the insistence of Franklin Roosevelt.

This innocent-looking townhome is actually a subway exit.

Abandoned 19th century homes once occupied by naval officers, soon to be demolished.

Walk into the 19th century without leaving Brooklyn.