The famous "SURRENDER DOROTHY" graffito from 1973 has been removed. But the word "SURRENDER" painted in 2007 in much smaller letters can still be seen on the far-left span on the outer loop of 495.
We have tons of fliers, brochures and literature from arts and humanities organizations in the County. Feel free to stop in, pick some up and learn about events, performances, lectures, classes...
What Ed Schrader loves about Baltimore: "It's beautiful. Sometimes I'll get a cup of coffee and do my work there. ... It has this zen quality to it." Read more.
Opened in 1951, this is the second-longest twin suspension bridge in the world and a memorial to American soldiers who served in 20th-century wars. The 1 billionth vehicle drove across in 2000.
Hanging out on the Met steps is a New York tradition, and billionaire David Koch has pledged "at least $10 million" to renovate the fountains outside the museum. Read more.
Carlos R. Lillo Park is named for a fallen 9/11 EMT, and is a beautiful space designed for remembrance and quiet reflection. Read more.
He “assumed the burden of seeing LaGuardia Airport & NYC & his life & clothes & body through the disappointed eyes of his parents.” —Jonathan Franzen, “The Failure” Read more.
Station, shopping, market, food, transit museum annex; what's not to love? Plus, future plans include an Apple Store and Shake Shack. Then, it's your one-stop (get it?) destination for everything NY!
Speak Out for Your Libraries! NYPL needs your help NOW to stop a proposed $43 million cut. Help protect the Mid-Manhattan Library, sign a letter of support today. http://www.nypl.org/speakout
The lost and found in this once glorious transit hub took in more than fifteen hundred umbrellas in 1947, according to a Talk of the Town story. Read more.
Opened in 1968, it is the longest active major sporting facility in the Metropolitan area & is the 4th incarnation of the arena in the city. The Garden hosts approximately 320 events a year.
I may have graduated from Maryland in 2006, but I made a foursquare list with some tips that can help you learn about Maryland, and find some fun things to do around campus. Check it out! :) Read more.
Prior to this bridge being built in the 90's, the small draw bridge below handled all summer time traffic going to and from Ocean City, with openings every 30 minutes..
Start here to pick up "Finding A Way to Freedom" driving tour guide for the Underground Railroad.
After the Ash Wednesday Storm of 1962, the federal government banned development on this 37-mile stretch of pristine beach. Today, there are no houses here, just campsites. (From Aerial America) Read more.
The entire project for creating Kermit and Jim henson's statue, cost $217,000 and was funded in part by gifts from the Classes of 1994, 1998, and 1999.
Come to this Scottish pub for a brunch bargain. For $16.99 get a huge, juicy burger & unlimited mimosas, Bloody Mary’s, beer & champagne. Read more.
