Harlem YMCA

Get into the groove in the neighborhood known for its historic (and influential) beats. A significant landmark of New York City culture, the Harlem YMCA is sometimes referred to as the “living room of the Harlem Renaissance,” as it is located in the heart of a rich, diverse cultural, literary, and artistic community. Established in 1901, the Harlem YMCA has remained a cultural steward of Northern Manhattan and continues to serve the area’s multicultural neighborhoods and communities with innovative programs and services that meet the unique needs of the individuals and families that call Harlem home. The neighborhood is constantly evolving and  transforming, but some things never change: from the soul food to the music—from jazz to blues—to the historical architecture, Harlem has soul, character and rhythm that is hard to beat.

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New York sparkles as a gem of a city, from glimmering night-time cityscapes of the skyline for the night owls who never sleep, to rosy, watercolor sunrises for those who love to greet the day. Everything you’re looking for you, can discover in the Big Apple. It has a bustling urban downtown center for the cosmopolitan who adores shopping at high-end, quality boutiques, world-famous department stores, and iconic filming locations. You might be searching for a luxurious, relaxing escape after a long year of hard work, and so you prefer quiet, lush, nature-filled parks for relaxing on a breezy summer’s day with your loved ones, having a nice picnic. In case you’re looking for a quiet nook to write the Great American novel, artsy corners filled with coffee shops and creatives abound, ready for exploring during a cool autumn evening. You could be eager to build your knowledge about the new environment in which you find yourself. If you’re an inquisitive mind who is always learning, historical spots and important monuments and museums mark key events in the nation and city’s history. Of course, last but not least, in the old city nestle buildings virtually untouched by time that capture life the way it used to be in this prodigious place. Whether you are interested in hopping on and off a bus with a knowledgeable tour guide who will take you to all the must-see spots, or mapping your own way by foot through the winding miles of secret side roads, New York has something for every kind of traveler.