If you enjoy looking at old photos and learning about our state you will enjoy this site.
Library of Congress New York State Guide http://www.loc.gov/rr/program/bib/states/newyork/ has links to digital materials related to New York that are available throughout the Library of Congress web site.
In addition, it provides links to external Web sites http://www.loc.gov/rr/program/bib/states/newyork/external.html focusing on New York and a bibliography containing selected works for both a general audience and younger