Historic Buildings and Sites – Page 21

A Walk Through the History of New York City

Ahead of next year’s 400th anniversary of the Dutch colony of New Netherland, the historian and author of “The Island at the Center of the World” offers a walking tour of often-overlooked Native American and Black sites.

By Russell Shorto

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‘Transformers’ Statues Cause a Big Fight in Georgetown

A professor decorated a sidewalk in Georgetown with 10-foot sculptures of Bumblebee and Optimus Prime. The well-heeled locals were not pleased.

By Noreen Malone

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The Crown Jewels, With More Backstory

Explanations of the history and significance of Britain’s royal regalia have been added to the display at the Tower of London.

By Oli ScarffAgence France-Presse Getty Images

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Building Boom on Mykonos Reveals ‘Wretched’ Side of Greece’s Recovery

Investors are eager to cash in on soaring demand for luxury properties, but an attack on an archaeologist investigating building violations brought a darker underbelly to light.

By Liz Alderman and Niki Kitsantonis

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