In the architectural landscape of New York City, some buildings stand out for their unconventional design. One such landmark is Dream Downtown, officially known as the Joseph Curran Annex. Architectural Features The Joseph Curran Annex is a narrow 12-story building constructed in 1969 in Manhattan’s trendy Meatpacking District, not far from Google’s New York headquarters….
The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum is one of the most famous museums in New York and the main landmark of Museum Mile. It is easy to recognize by its unusual spiral building on Fifth Avenue, designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright. The museum’s collection includes 8,000 works of art, ranging from Impressionism and Post-Impressionism to…
SoHo, one of New York’s most stylish neighborhoods, has a new addition. At 486 Broadway, Buck Mason has opened a two-story flagship store — a brand that, over the past decade, has become synonymous with intentional menswear (and beyond) in the spirit of Modern American Classics. Who Are Buck Mason? Buck Mason was founded in…
Ever dreamed of snapping a selfie with Leonardo DiCaprio or standing shoulder to shoulder with Iron Man? At Madame Tussauds New York, those dreams come surprisingly close to reality. As you might guess, it’s a world-famous wax museum — with over 20 locations around the globe. But today, we’re focusing on one of the biggest…
The Society of Illustrators in New York is a non-profit art organization and museum dedicated to comics, comic strips, and other forms of illustrative art. It’s a charming gallery filled with wonderful artifacts for fans of classic American comics and animation. Founding History The building that now houses the museum has a rich and layered…
The Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in New York is dedicated to the history and design of decorative arts. It offers exhibitions, collections, and educational programs covering a wide range of design-related topics. The museum also holds one of the largest wallpaper collections in the world, featuring both historical examples and contemporary designs. Founding History…
The Africa Center in New York City is a space dedicated to celebrating African culture and heritage. The Center also features a café and a gift shop. History The story of The Africa Center dates back to 1984, when it first opened in New York under the name Museum for African Art. The original mission…
Isamu Noguchi (1904–1988) was an American sculptor of Japanese descent. You have probably encountered his work even if you did not know the artist’s name: Akari paper lanterns, coffee tables with curved bases and glass tops, and numerous sculptures in public spaces throughout New York City. In his work, Noguchi used simple forms and natural…
The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) on 53rd Street in Manhattan is one of the most visited museums in the United States and an essential stop on any New York City itinerary. It is home to Van Gogh’s The Starry Night and Picasso’s Les Demoiselles d’Avignon. But there is one detail that guidebooks rarely explain:…
