Miles Davis' first certified gold record sold more than half a million copies, later being recognized as one of jazz's greatest albums and a progenitor of the jazz rock genre. Daha fazlasını oku.
After staying constantly on the road, Questlove, Black Thought & the rest of the legendary Roots crew made "Late Night w/ Jimmy Fallon" their home as the show's in house band in 2009. Daha fazlasını oku.
Future mogul, Russel Simmons & aspiring producer, Rick Rubin agreed to join forces & launch Def Jam Recordings from Rubin's NYU dorm. Their 1st act? A 16 year old from Queens named LL Cool J.
David Mancuso's invite-only parties brought an air of sophistication to the New York CIty party scene and were considered the start of the disco era. The Loft is where his first private party was held
Mamie Smith recorded "Crazy Blues" on Okeh Records in 1920. Written by African-American songwriter Perry Bradford, Smith's rendition is the 1st recording of vocal blues by an African American artist . Daha fazlasını oku.
After staying constantly on the road, Questlove, Black Thought & the rest of the legendary Roots crew made "Late Night w/ Jimmy Fallon" their home as the show's in house band in 2009. Daha fazlasını oku.
Historic venue where the Declaration of Independence and the US Constitution were adopted. Get your wonk on at http://NBCPolitics.com
US National History landmark - the building's Governor's Room hosted President-elect Abraham Lincoln in 1861. Get your wonk on at http://NBCPolitics.com
Historic landmark in Harlem; President Obama sang Al Green’s ‘Let’s stay together’ at this venue in January 2012. http://nbcnews.to/IqbPER NBCPolitics.com
Supporters of Mitt Romney, Melania & Donald Trump will throw a fundraiser event and a 63rd birthday bash for Ann Romney at this venue on April 2012. Get your wonk on at http://NBCPolitics.com
NBC News Washington bureau. Venue of "Meet the Press with David Gregory." Get your wonk on at http://NBCPolitics.com.
NBC News world headquarters and the home of the Decision 2012 News Desk. Follow NBC Politics on Foursquare and get your wonk on at http://NBCPolitics.com
Visit the ice rink before Thanksgiving and Christmas to avoid the crowds. On Thanksgiving go between 9am and noon or expect a one- to two-hour wait.
The best touristy venue, this 80-year-old landmark is simply stunning. Check out the Art Deco flourishes in the lobby, restored to its original gilded splendor in 2009. Daha fazlasını oku.
The best museum to spend the day in boasts unparalleled holdings in 20th- and 21st-century art, the Sette MoMA restaurant, a plush movie theater and the MoMA Design Store. Daha fazlasını oku.
The best place to remember why you love Manhattan takes you above the city while keeping you rooted in urban life. Walk through a field of wildflowers as cabs zoom along the street beneath you. Daha fazlasını oku.
The best view of NYC offers a stunning panorama. From the midpoint of the massive suspension bridge, there are spectacular sight lines of Brooklyn Heights, Dumbo and lower Manhattan. Daha fazlasını oku.
The best sculpture at the Museum is Isamu Noguchi's Unidentified Object by the entrance to the parking garage! (John, Watson Library)
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.
Have time to kill? The closest thing to a mall in NYC, the shops at Grand Central Station run the gamut from high-end lingerie to French pastries.
If you’re in need of a quick trend fix after watching the latest on the runways, dash in on your way out of the tents.
Leave your iPhone in a taxi in the rush between shows? Stop in here to replace it. You can also check your email and use their restroom (on the 3rd floor).
Huge, only a few minutes away from the tents in walking-in-huge-heels time, and has everything you’d ever need to look stylish instantly.
Fans of the vintage-inspired garments and home accessories at this boutique chain should make a point of visiting its hometown emporium. It has a thrilling amount of merchandise. Daha fazlasını oku.
Architect John Russell Pope’s masterpiece. The doors on the National Archives building are the largest bronze doors in the world. Check out this video for more info. Daha fazlasını oku.
Designed by Maya Lin and completed in 1982, the two black granite walls are 246’9’’ long. Names on the walls are of servicemen KIA or MIA listed in chronological order. See video for more info. Daha fazlasını oku.
The Rotunda is 96 feet in diameter and rises 180 feet 3 inches to the canopy.
Room numbers are 4 digits and begin with 1. Named for Nicholas Longworth (R-OH) Speaker of the House (1925-1931), who was also President Theodore Roosevelt’s son-in-law.
The Museum features the largest collection of international espionage artifacts ever placed on public display. Check out this video for more info. Daha fazlasını oku.
Check out this video of U.S. Senators discussing Stephen Strasburg. Daha fazlasını oku.
