Williamsburg favorite Dressler unexpectedly closes

Those familiar with the Williamsburg dining scene certainly know Dressler.

Ben Revere digging Philadelphia’s history

Ben Revere loves history

Centuries-old cemetery may lie beneath 12th Street

Preservationists fighting to save an East Village church found historical records indicating part of East 12th Street may be on top of a cemetery.

Harley-driving historian hits Philly for TV show ‘American Ride’

Motorcycle enthusiast Stan Ellsworth was in Philly filming TV show “American Ride,” but the 6-foot-2 biker doesn’t look like a typical history show host.

Harley-riding historian will tour Philly tomorrow for TV show shoot

Stan Ellsworth of TV show “American Ride” will film Philly history from the back of his Harley Davidson motorcycle on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Eastern State Penitentiary is hosting ‘Prison Food Weekend’

The Eastern State Penitentiary will this summer host a “Prison Food Weekend” featuring recreated inmate dishes, both new and historic.

Tour guiding your way to success

Life as a tour guide means hustling, history and laughs.

Are NYC’s cobblestones on the way out for good?

The Department of Transportation may replace the historic cobblestones in Vinegar Hill with artificially aged granite stones.

Smithsonian declares the Bronx a ‘Place of Invention’

An upcoming exhibit at the Smithsonian will honor the Bronx as a “Place of Invention” and the birthplace of hip-hop.

Pennsylvania historical society OKs 4 markers in Philly

The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission approved four new blue and gold historical markers to be erected outside landmarks in Philadelphia County.