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History of Tribeca Buildings
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Moving forward and looking back at The Odeon
The A in the cafeteria sign on the Thomas Street side of The Odeon got a new transformer, and that made it seem like a good time to look back at the restaurant's first incarnation. / 2 comments
Tribeca Deco: The history of communications in paint
The ceiling of the Barclay-Vesey Building, or New York Telephone Building, or 100 Barclay, tells the story of communications from smoke signals to early telephones.
The History of Tribeca, One Building at a Time
The History of Tribeca Buildings database—compiled from Tom Miller's posts at Daytonian in Manhattan—now has more than 100 entries, each with the zesty anecdotes you've come to expect. Here is one important addition.
In the News: Taqueria chain coming to the malls
Plus dreaming of El Teddy's and its crown; could the residential tower at 161 Maiden Lane be listing?; recommendations for the film festival; the latest from the police blotter.
If these walls could talk…
Compiled from Tom Miller's posts at Daytonian in Manhattan, the History of Tribeca Buildings database now has more than 125 entries, each with the zesty anecdotes you've come to expect. Here are six recent additions.
Seen & Heard: A marker for the first synagogue in North America
A street co-naming honors the Mill Street Synagogue, built in 1730 on what is now an Icon parking lot on South William Street, and Rabbi Gershom Mendes Seixas, a leader of the Jewish community during the colonial era. / 2 comments
In the News: City Winery will move to Pier 57
Plus parents weigh in on brownfield site cleanup; the Star Tribune summaries the state budget; 108 Leonard clocktower preservationists lose in court -- the clock will go electric. / 3 comments
Where in Tribeca?
There's still hope...for more inspiration coming from the streets of Tribeca. So, what's the origin of this one? Thanks to JB for the eagle eye and the snap. / 2 comments
Then & Now: a river view over three decades
Here's an insightful observation: times have changed. And here’s the proof: the view from Vestry and West Street, taken in the early ‘90s as State DOT started to rebuild the highway.
“Big Ben” at 108 Leonard in court again
The Times and Crain's report that the case against the developers of 108 Leonard to protect the building's clock tower -- a rare city interior landmark -- is pending in the state's highest court. / 3 comments
In the News: Civil rights activist gets her due
A piece of downtown history is resurrected by the Times and Mo Rocca; driver indicted for murder in cause of December accident; 66 Leonard scooped up. / 13 comments
Where in Tribeca?
Can you identify this piece of urban archeology? A clue: there’s a connection between the masonry and the address. Comment here. / 7 comments
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In my opinion, the short story "Bartleby the Scrivener" is a more fitting and timeless Melville tale about lower Manhattan.... — james / Where in (not) Tribeca?
Correct observation, but needs expanding. All Humans everywhere were attacked. And if more Humans don't start practicing Humanity and Care,... — robert janz / In the News: Jon Stewart blasts Congress for 9/11 fail
Yes it was fun to see "Oceana" mural again. I had forgotten it despite how much I enjoyed it while... — dianne talan / Seen & Heard: Movies at Governors Island
Excellent literary reference, Jane! (The funny part is I kind of skipped over your intro and was about to write:... — Pam Frederick / Where in (not) Tribeca?
Nautical themes are not at all surprising, giving lower Manhattan's nautical heritage. Melville's novel Moby-Dick actually begins right here, with... — Jane / Where in (not) Tribeca?
Hector has made 5 amazing custom pieces !! I wish nothing but the best for him. Very honest man. Recommended... — Tyler / New Kid on the Block: Hector’s Jewelry Shop
See also https://www.dec.ny.gov/enb/20170726_not2.html ENB - Region 2 Notices 7/26/2017 Negative Declaration New York County (Manhattan) - The New York State Insurance... — James / State Insurance Fund building desecrated