Take a stroll down the parkway designed in the style of Paris's Champs d'Elysee
This area was originally named Longacre Square but was renamed in 1904 when the NY Times moved to the skyscraper now known as One Times Square at 42nd St., famous for the Times Square Ball drop.
Raising a salutary rumpus for summer’s dog days, the Matthew Marks gallery gives three locations over to “What Nerve! Alternative Figures in American Art, 1960 to the Present.” Leggi tutto.
"On summer Fridays and Saturdays, in the pleasant garden of the Kings County Distillery, one can enjoy a mint julep or a John Collins (apologies to Tom—it has bourbon in lieu of gin)." Leggi tutto.
Traffic was allowed to drive through arch until 1971. Inside is 102-step spiral staircase now closed to public. 2 statues of George Washington added to north side in 1916. Full site history via<LINK> Leggi tutto.
A glorious park that is just the right size for the city, ringed by (mostly) great architecture that interacts pleasingly with the park's views of nature. A mini-Centra Park, if you will.
Beloved early (1902) skyscraper whose peculiar shape reflects its wedge-shaped site at the intersection of 23rd Street, 5th Ave, & Broadway - a remarkable piece of urbanism. Jewel of Mad Square Park.
Manhattan's only formal French garden design, ringed by noble architecture including Raymond Hood's American Radiator Building and The New York Public Library. A soothing respite from the hectic city.
New York's most famous skyscraper, and arguably its most iconic landmark. 'Famous for being tall, but deserves to be famous for being good,' Paul Goldberger opined in the 1970s. He's right.
Entering pedestal or the statue requires different access level tickets. “Crown” tickets (providing access to statue) sell out weeks in advance. “Pedestal” tickets are easier to get.
The acoustics cause a whisper to sound like shouting (your whisper follows curve of dome ceiling). Take a friend, stand in opposite corners, and whisper to each other from across the archway.
Ironically, it is the Secretariat - where thousands toil at clerical jobs - that defines the complex. The General Assembly may be where votes are cast and speeches made, but it's a visual afterthought
This manmade park, seemingly a welcome bit of nature against NYC's harsh conditions and strict grid, is actually a masterpiece of architecture. Every detail, down to the smallest rock, was planned.
Booth has hidden staircase for workers to descend to breakroom between this level & Lower Dining Concourse. Clock set to ensure accuracy with Naval Observatory in Bethesda, MD.More site info via<LINK> Leggi tutto.
One of the world's finest works of architecture, designed by engineers. Crossing it on foot is one of the great urban experiences.
12,000 American civilians died on the British prison ships, due to the poor hygiene conditions. 2x as many civilians died as soldiers. Whitman writes abt the bones washing up alongside the waterfront
The 7,000-pound Wall Street Bull was created in optimistic response to the 1987 stock market crash and dropped in front of the New York Stock Exchange overnight in 1989. http://tmout.us/knzkC
Did you know? The Municipal Building is one of the largest government office buildings in the world, housing over 2,000 employees from municipal agencies in nearly 1 million square ft of office space. Leggi tutto.
The Republican organization known as the Union League Club sponsored this bronze of Lincoln by sculptor Henry Kirke Brown (1814 - 1886).
Gracie Mansion was built in 1799. A different building was commandeered by George Washington on roughly the same site during the American Revolutionary War, as it strategically overlooked Hell Gate.
Dedicated to raising awareness of the Great Irish Hunger that killed up to a million in Ireland between the years 1845 and 1852. The memorial was dedicated on July 16, 2002.
The three-story, Federal-style building houses the mayor‚'s office and the city council chambers, as well as a collection of historic portraits, furnishings and artifacts.
Now a ruin, the Gothic Revival Smallpox Hospital was designed by James Renwick Jr., the architect of St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and opened in 1856, on what then was Blackwell’s Island.
Yes there are tourists, yes there are bums, but grab some cheese from Murray's and look up just at the fountain & surrounding buildings- feels like you are somewhere in Europe
This is where 90% of diamonds entering the country begin their journey. Some end up nearby in a Martini served on the worldʼs hardest $10,000 rocks for added charm at The Algonquin.
History buffs (and fans Night at the Museum) will flip for the reproduction of the 26th president’s childhood home. Hey, they named the teddy bear after this guy! Powered by ParentsConnect.com
Plaza formerly known as Jeanette Park after ship which sank in 1879. Today plaza contain 66 ft long & 14 ft tall green glass memorial to Vietnam Veterans. Dedicated in 1985. More info in our blog Leggi tutto.
No interiors were shot here but this bldg was used to represent home of Monica, Rachel, Joey & Chandler. Bldg across the street (17 Grove St) was shown as Ross' apt. More Friends tips here <LINK>. Leggi tutto.
