Staten Island, New York, United States

Staten Island Ferry

The Staten Island Ferry in New York City remains in operation long after bridges and tunnels connected most of the metropolis in the mid 20th century.

New York, New York, United States

Hook & Ladder No. 8

Who you gunna call?

New York, New York, United States

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

David Webb found his muse by frequenting the Met.  

AWA visted here

New York, New York, United States

FDNY Engine 55

Engine 55 was one of the first two fire companies to arrive at Ground Zero on 9/11.

New York, New York, United States

New York Central No. 31 Pilot House

This Pilot House once sat atop New York City No. 31, a tugboat that guided cargo ships on the Hudson River.

New York, New York, United States

Roosevelt Island Tramway

The first aerial tramway in North America, this cable car transports passengers between Manhattan and Roosevelt Island.

AWA visted here

New York, New York, United States

Vesuvio Bakery

Reopened in 2020, this iconic 100-year old Italian bakery still trades beneath its original storefront and signage.

New York, New York, United States

Joyce Theater

Joyce honors the patronage of New Yorkers, as well as their appreciation of art with a twist.

AWA visted here

New York, New York, United States

Glaser’s Bake Shop

Home of the original 'Black-and-White Cookie', this 100-year-old bakery was a beloved staple in New York City, now closed.

Brooklyn, New York, United States

Coney Island Boardwalk

New York City's Coney Island Lighthouse stands watch over its famous boardwalk, now a city landmark.

New York, New York, United States

Jane Hotel

This New York City hotel started its life as a place for sailors. On April 15, 1912, it housed the survivors of the sinking of the Titanic.

AWA visted here