Happy National New York Day! Today we observe the 11th state to join the union back on July 26, 1788.
This northeastern U.S., state is known for New York City and towering Niagara Falls. NYC’s island of Manhattan is home to the Empire State Building, Times Square and Central Park.
The Brooklyn Bridge connects Manhattan with the borough of Brooklyn. The iconic Statue of Liberty stands in New York Harbor. To the east, Long Island has beaches, the Montauk Lighthouse, the ritzy Hamptons and Fire Island.
People & Places
The Lenape people populated the land now known as New York. They’re also known as the Delaware Indians.
Their settlements also spread across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and parts of Delaware and Connecticut. However, the Dutch were the first Europeans to settle the area and named it New Netherland.
Settlements and trading posts developed up and down the Hudson River. Albany, the state capital, was once called Beverwijck and the center of the fur trade.
In 1624, the Dutch established a settlement on Nutten Island named New Amsterdam. Two years later, they would move to Manhattan Island, and the colony flourished.
Over time, the settlement exchanged hands between the Dutch and British several times, each without bloodshed. The first exchange, in 1664, would name it New York.
Independence & Influence
After declaring independence, the colonies later created the Articles of Confederation. Soon they discovered a stronger governing document was needed.
While New York sent three delegates to the Constitutional Convention in 1787, only Alexander Hamilton remained to sign the final document.
A Federalist, Hamilton held strong opinions that could potentially influence the framing of the young nation’s new governing document. For one, Hamilton supported a life term of service for the President.
From the timeless halls of Ellis Island to the epic beauty of Niagara Falls and breathtaking Adirondacks, New York is infused with grand vistas and endless historical paths to retrace.
With New York City as the epitome of a melting pot long before the term was coined, the state is full of inspiration for artists, sparks intelligent debate and philosophical discussion.
HOW TO OBSERVE
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NEW YORK PRESIDENTS
Martin Van Buren (December 5, 1782 - July 24, 1862
Millard Fillmore (January 7, 1800 - March 8, 1874'
Theodore Roosevelt (October 27, 1858 - January 6, 1919
Franklin D, Roosevelt (January 30, 1882 - April 12, 1945
Donald Trump (June 14, 1946 - )
NEW YORK DAY FLAVOR
Nailing down New York food is like trying to see all the important sites in one long weekend. It’s just not possible. So, we’ll just name a few and you’ll just have to graze your way through the state tasting the rest.
Wings
Now we all enjoy a good buffalo wing at a tailgate or any party for that matter. But authentic buffalo wings come from Buffalo, New York.
Peppermint Pig
Out of Saratoga Springs, the Saratoga Sweets Candy Company makes a holiday favorite called the Peppermint Pig. The pink confection brings with it 100 plus years of tradition at Christmastime.
Tomato Pie
A slice of tomato pie hits the spot when hunger hits with the right amount of cheese, sauce and crust. But according to some, you can’t get a good tomato pie in any state but New York.
Waldorf Salad
For a fresh crisp twist, Waldorf Salad with apples and walnuts has been around for more than a century. Created at the Waldorf-Astoria hotel, this salad has several versions today but is a classic!
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One other historic New York City restaurant’s chefs are responsible for some pretty famous household recipes – Eggs Benedict, Lobster Newburgh and Baked Alaska – Delmonico’s.
From here, you’re on your own. Taste your way through the flavors of New York with pleasure!
Hidden Treasures
Bannerman’s Castle Trust – Beacon Bannerman’s Castle – Beacon
Museum of the American Gangster – New York
Old Dutch Reformed Church at Sleepy Hollow – Sleepy Hollow
Buffalo Central Terminal – Buffalo
Abandoned Girl Scout Camp – Sodus
We also observe these famous figures born in New York of whom are still recognized today for their past accomplishments, heroics, talents, ingenuity and innovations: Martin Van Buren, Millard Fillmore, Walt Whitman, Norman Rockwell, Elizabeth Jennings Graham, Theodore Roosevelt, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Eleanor Roosevelt, Louis Bouché, Shirley Chisholm, Vince Lombardi, Woody Allen, and Donald Trump.
Visit the link below to see those of notable birth who were not mentioned on the list above.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_people_from_New_York_(state)
Here's to The Empire State!
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