Thanks to the generosity of John D. Rockefeller, Jr, this museum and the surrounding Fort Tryon Park exist today for our pleasure. Formerly one of his estates he donated to the City of New York, The Cloisters is a branch of the Metropolitan Museum of Art dedicated to the art and architecture of medieval Europe. WAHI

Need a little inspiration to start that workout routine? Take a trip to the new state-of-the-art museum dedicated to the sport of track and field. Start with the short film on the history of the sport and then conduct some “interviews” to get advice from the elite of U.S. track and field. You’ll be beating the pavement before you know it!

Founded in 1842, this is the only remaining active cemetery on the island of Manhattan, offering beauty, tranquility, and serenity in one of Manhattan’s most historic settings. The Cemetery is the final resting place of naturalist John James Audubon, actor Jerry Orbach, and former New York City mayor Ed Koch.

Originally a large ornate vaudeville theater, it was converted into large movie house. Today UPCA focuses on transforming the lives of youth and residents by engaging them in performing and visual arts that originate from the neighborhood and around the world. Visit to take it in and make history!