AJ Schenkman

AJ Schenkman is an award-winning NYS author who has written several books and publications on various historical topics. His most recent publication is a children's book on Franklin Roosevelt.

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Secrets of NYC

How to See the Liberty Bell...in Queens

A copy of the famous American bell can be found inside a bank, which itself is modeled after Independence Hall!

AJ Schenkman Mar 31, 2025

Portrait of George Washington and a photo of the exterior of Washington's Headquarters

Secrets of NYC

The (Nearly) Lost Story of Cornelius Hasbrouck and Washington's Headquarters

Dive into a Revolution-Era scandal that involves the mysterious disappearance of an opportunistic Patriot with ties to George Washington!

AJ Schenkman Feb 14, 2025

Behind the Scenes of "The Eternal Space," A Play About Penn Station's Demolition

Evacuation Day, New York City’s Forgotten November Holiday

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How to See the Liberty Bell...in Queens

The (Nearly) Lost Story of Cornelius Hasbrouck and Washington's Headquarters