At one time, there were 14 Hudson River Lighthouses. Today, seven remain. Lighthouses are synonymous with crashing waves, sandy beaches, and soaring seagulls. Their flashing lights warn ships of dangers at sea. Beacons along the Hudson River serve an equally important function for guiding boats and ships from hazards in the rapid-moving waters. The river surface appears … [Read more...] about 7 Historic Hudson River Lighthouses
Marianne Casey
5 Brooklyn Distilleries Changing the Landscape
Brooklyn distilleries faded from the landscape into the pages of history. All was not lost, though,and in 2009, New York State began issuing farm distillery licenses welcoming a new generation of distilling back to Brooklyn. The art of craft distilling is alive and well again in Brooklyn. Once abandoned warehouses are now homes to bubbling stills. Today’s distillers combine … [Read more...] about 5 Brooklyn Distilleries Changing the Landscape