New York History — Points of Interest by Autio

Revolutionary Fraunces Tavern

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 22:34:34 +0000

This tavern - still in operation today - played a prominent role in history before, during, and after the American Revolution. Narrated by Chris Brinkley.

New York Harbor a History Magnet

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 22:33:55 +0000

One of the largest natural harbors in the world, it is an important historical, governmental and commercial hub. Narrated by WF Strong.

Early Manhattan History

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 22:33:25 +0000

A few hundred years ago, the city of nearly 10 million people was occupied by the local Lenape tribe. Narrated by Rodney Ingram.

Nathan Hale Monument

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 22:32:41 +0000

A young American spy attributed with “I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country.” Narrated by Rodney Ingram.

Underground Railroad Station

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 22:31:55 +0000

Abolitionist activist David Ruggles’ bookstore was an Underground Railroad station that helped Frederick Douglass reach freedom. Narrated by Craig Patterson.

View From The Late 1700s NY Road

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 22:31:18 +0000

What started as a Native American footpath evolved to a public highway and postal route to this path through Central Park. Narrated by Tom Glynn.

NYC Loses Ship & 1,200 Aboard

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 22:30:48 +0000

Over 1,000 people, mostly women and children headed to a church picnic, died when the General Slocum caught fire and sank in 1904. Narrated by Tom Glynn.

NY Harbor: Age of Sail to Today

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:48:11 +0000

Beneath the floating metropolis of Battery Park City lay the remnants of the historic ships that sailed into New York Harbor. Narrated by Tom Glynn.

Magaw & Battle of Ft. Washington

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:47:13 +0000

Robert Magaw described his role in the Battle of Fort Washington as the most glorious cause that mankind ever fought. Narrated by Tom Glynn.

The South Lobs Fire at the City

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:46:20 +0000

The first major domestic terrorist attack on New York. Narrated by Andrew Carroll.

The History of Newark, NJ

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:45:40 +0000

Newark became the industrial’s major hub and largest city over the course of decades. Narrated by Ean Leppin.

Fulton Market & Titanic Memorial

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:45:05 +0000

Once home to the country’s largest fish market...and the potent smell that came with it. Narrated by Bill Werlin.

Battery Wall Discovery

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:44:28 +0000

A recent archeological dig found evidence of the British Battery wall. Narrated by Bill Werlin.

The Great Moon Hoax of 1835

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:43:51 +0000

A penny paper pamphlet about the discovery of life on the moon pulls a fast one over thousands of gullible readers. Narrated by Bill Werlin.

George Washington Bridge

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 08:02:54 +0000

Spanning the Hudson River, this architectural behemoth is hard to miss. Narrated by Bill Werlin.