New York

City of New York: One of the filming locations for cult classic American Psycho (2000)

City of New York: Before it was converted to a theater in 1911, the Winter Garden Theatre served as a horse exchange. Photo credit: Northfoto / Shutterstock.com

City of New York: Originally named the Blackwell’s Island Bridge, the Ed Koch Queensboro Bridge opened to traffic in 1909 and is the longest of the East River Bridges.

City of New York: Did you know? To create that feeling of being in the countryside, and not in the middle of a city, the four Transverse Roads were sunken down eight feet below the park’s surface.

City of New York: Many types of birds and crustaceans have made themselves at home in the salt marsh at Pier 1. We can't blame them- the view is spectacular!

City of New York: Construction on the Manhattan Bridge began in 1896. At the time, it was the longest suspension bridge in the world!

City of New York: Follow the East River Ferry on Twitter @eastriverferry to get the latest updates and schedules.

City of New York: John A. Noble (1913-1983) was a Staten Island marine artist. The boat began service in 1986, and carries 1,280 passengers with a crew of 9.

City of New York: The Alice Austen began service in 1986. It carries 1,280 passengers with a crew of 9. It is named for Alice Austen, a Staten Island photographer.