What's in the Basement?

New York City is home to some of the greatest institutions in the world. But what lies beneath the glittering facades of these buildings can be just as amazing. From relics of the past, like a turn-of-the-century bowling alley, to futuristic gems, like a high-tech micro-farm, each episode will reveal a particular basement where surprises await.

Watch Next

NYC's YIVO Institute holds Jewish memories saved from destruction during the Holocaust — What’s in the Basement? 14:27

A two-ton door hides a Prohibition-era wine cellar — What's in the Basement? 6:17

See where the dinosaur bones are kept in the Big Bone Room — What's in the Basement? 7:02

This historic church held a life-saving secret underneath it — What's in the Basement? 8:03

Latest

Travel back in time through decades-old trash hidden in the Tenement Museum's basement — What's in the Basement?

Explore the history found under the floorboards.

06/03/2019

By Alex Humphreys

This underground New York City farm grows rare edible plants for high-end restaurants — What's in the Basement?

Only 1,500 sq feet with over 500 plant varieties.

03/29/2019

By Alex Humphreys

The biggest stories of the day delivered to your inbox.

This newsletter may contain advertising, deals, or affiliate links. Subscribing to a newsletter indicates your consent to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. You may unsubscribe from the newsletters at any time.

Thanks for signing up. See you at your inbox!