Season 6

2017 · 10 episodes

Episodes

1Hamilton's AlbanyFrom founding father to Broadway icon, Alexander Hamilton's a compelling figure who still captivates us today. A political genius who helped to shape our federal government often remembered for his life being tragically cut short in a duel with Vice President Aaron Burr. Explore Hamilton's Albany life from marrying into the wealthy Schuyler family to the fued that fueled the duel.
2Fort Niagara: The Struggle for a ContinentThe story of Fort Niagara is the story of a struggle for a continent. Experience for yourself this exciting story of one of America's most unique historic places. Rare archival footage, expert commentaries and spectacular videography of the fort itself come together to create a program that is a must for anyone interested in the story of North America.
3Drama LeagueTreasures of New York: The Drama League, a program about one of the nation's great champions of theater and performing arts. Recently celebrating its 100th anniversary, The Drama League develops dozens of new plays and musicals a year.
4Chautauqua: An American NarrativeTraces the institution's history and impact, and captures its contemporary essence and energy; learn what makes Chautauqua one of the most distinctive summer destinations in America.
5Museum of the City of New YorkThe Museum of the City of New York showcases the nearly 100-year history of the museum from its first days operating out of Gracie Mansion to the recent opening of its ambitious new permanent exhibition, New York at Its Core. Since its founding, the museum has worked to display, explore and celebrate New York City's past, present and future
6Rails-to-TrailsRails-to-Trails takes viewers on a unique journey along the various railway corridors that have been repurposed as recreational bike and pedestrian trails. The program traces the history of such rail trails as Manhattan’s High Line and Poughkeepsie’s Walkway Over the Hudson, and explores trails that are in the making, such as the proposed Queensway in New York City.
7Jerome L. Greene Science CenterTreasures of New York: Jerome L. Greene Science Center takes viewers inside Columbia University’s new, state-of-the-art research center devoted entirely to neuroscience. Named in honor of Columbia alumnus Jerome L. Greene, the building will house more than 50 laboratories and some of the world’s leading neuroscientists, including two Nobel Prize winners.
8UJA-Federation of New YorkTreasures of New York uncovers the rich history of UJA-Federation, a New York-based Jewish philanthropic organization that raises and allocates funds to help those in need. Now in its centennial year, UJA-Federation serves both the New York and global communities by funding human service and educational programs and by supporting Jewish and non-Jewish community through important historical events.
9Erie: The Canal That Made AmericaWhen the Erie Canal opened in 1817, it propelled New York City into the role of the leading port and economic hub of a growing America.
10The St. George Theatre