Know Your Block: Discover NYC's Hidden History
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What if the street you walk down every day had a story to tell?
New York City’s streets are filled with history, but many of the people honored on our street corners remain unknown to the people who pass them every day.
KnowYourBlock is a civic tech application that brings those stories to life.
Explore 280+ honorary streets across NYC, honoring civil rights leaders, sports pioneers, teachers, jazz legends, pastors, and other community figures who helped shape the city.
Whether you're a lifelong New Yorker, a recent arrival, a history enthusiast, or simply curious about the streets around you, come find out what stories are hiding in plain sight.