"Manhattan's Little Secrets: Uncovering Mysteries in Brick and Mortar, Glass and Stone"
September 19, 2018 |
When John Tauranac is not designing maps, he turns his talents to writing intriguingly on the city's social and architectural history. In his latest book, "Manhattan's Little Secrets," Tauranac leads a fascinating hunt for the overlooked and under-seen around every corner.
Come explore history hidden in plain sight on the Upper West Side! Do you know where to find actual stones from the dungeon where Joan of Arc was held? An ancient symbol of Christianity on an apartment house? An architect's likeness cleverly worked into the statuary of a building he designed (and, no, it's not Cass Gilbert in the lobby of the Woolworth Building)? We'll discover all these and more - accompanied by Kathryn Gerhardt's stunning photographs and other historic illustrations.
We guarantee you'll be scanning every block for clues once you've been let in on Manhattan's Little Secrets!
John Tauranac, a proud resident of the Upper West Side, writes on New York City's social and architectural history, teaches the subject at NYU's School of Professional Studies, leads tours of the city, and designs maps. His books include the three editions of New York From the Air; The Empire State Building: The Making of a Landmark; Elegant New York; and Essential New York.
Wednesday, Sept 19 6:00-7:30pm
Macaulay College, 35 W. 67th St.
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Macaulay College |
35 W 67th Street
New York, NY |
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