Tag Archives: Urban history

“Mermaids”, and other Marvels

Posted on March 2, 2011 by Arianna Awan

I learned that Barnum’s museum was somewhat different than most of the mainstream museums of today, not only in the exhibits themselves, but the general layout of the museum. I could say that the items he displayed are somewhat similar … Continue reading →

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The lost of treasure …..

Posted on March 2, 2011 by mohamd.elbaz

  After a brief recession when British left NY in 1783, prices quickly rose on wheat and on other commodities, Alexander Hamilton, leader of the NY federalist created a financial system leading up to the opening of the stock exchange  on … Continue reading →

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Bookworms unite! Origin of the New York Public Library

Posted on February 9, 2011 by Arianna Awan
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Welcome to History 1000

Posted on January 27, 2011 by

Welcome to HIS 1000! I look forward to our class on Themes in American History this semester.  If you haven’t already done so, please consult the about page for basic information about the course and the schedule page for a list of … Continue reading →

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