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Few would disagree that Central Park is the most visionary piece of urban planning this world has seen; and with millions of visitors each year, fewer still can imagine New York City without it. In this episode of “Blueprint | NYC” we trace the history of Manhattan’s green oasis: from the inception of its uniquely American design, to its decline and rebirth.
Take a tour down the heart of Brooklyn on Flatbush Avenue. Visit the Williamsburg Savings Bank tower, with its breathtaking views and exceptionally ornate banking hall. Get an up-close look at the art and architecture of Grand Army Plaza, including the Soldier’s & Sailor’s Memorial Arch and the Brooklyn Public Library. Look into Brooklyn’s agricultural past at the 18th century Lefferts Historic House and visit Floyd Bennett Field, where Amelia Earhart and Howard Hughes made aviation history.
Brooklyn Heights became New York City’s first neighborhood to be designated as an historic district, and for good reason – it was the heart of the abolitionist movement and the homes and churches that adorn its streets, are some of the finest examples of American architecture. With the help of the Brooklyn Historical Society, “Blueprint | NYC” tells the story of this remarkable neighborhood: from Henry Ward Beecher’s Plymouth Church to the construction of the Brooklyn Heights Promenade.
Travel to Coney
Island with Blueprint | NYC and explore the sights
and sounds of one of the world's most intriguing
locations. Take in a show at the Aquarium, a ride
on the Cyclone or a spin on the Wonder Wheel and
meet some of the outstanding personalities who
make Coney Island the destination that it is today.
Situated in
the heart of Brooklyn, the Brooklyn Botanic Garden
is a collection of gardens that stretch over 52
acres and contain more than 10,000 varieties of
plants. These “gardens within a garden” are dedicated
to education, research, and the display of horticulture.
Let’s take a walk through this living museum.
The Brooklyn
Academy of Music is celebrated for its rich history,
its sophisticated yet playful architecture, and
decades of groundbreaking performances. Nestled
in the heart of Fort Greene, it is a beacon to
performers and arts lovers from around the world.
Join us as we visit a place that has enriched
the Blueprint of New York City.
Wave Hill is
a spectacular public garden and cultural center
located in the Riverdale section of the Bronx.
Overlooking the Hudson River and the Palisades,
its twenty-eight acres feature gardens, greenhouses
and woodlands and provide an oasis of serenity
throughout the year. Join us as we celebrate the
seasons at Wave Hill.
New York City
is the media capital of the world, and at the
center of this global hub is the Museum of Television
& Radio. The museum is dedicated to exploring
the wonders of television, radio and the internet
and has a collection of over 120,000 recorded
programs covering more than 80 years of media
history. Join us for a tour of this rich collection
that's been a blueprint for the age of communication.
New York City
has over 2-thousand bridges, but only one is among
the most celebrated structures in the world. The
Brooklyn Bridge is heralded for its engineering
genius, its architectural elegance, and its remarkable
history. Join us as we visit a landmarkthat transformed
the blueprint of New York City.
New York City
is widely regarded as the cultural capital of
the world. And nothing better represents this
than the Brooklyn Museum. Located on Eastern Parkway
in Central Brooklyn, its collections represent
almost every culture and corner of the world ranging
from ancient Egyptian masterpieces to contemporary
art. Join us for a tour of one of the nation's
premier art institutions.
New York City's
City Hall is the oldest city hall in the nation
still used today as a center for city government.
For 200 years this building has been at the center
of politics, protests and civic celebrations.
This landmark is one of the building blocks on
the blueprint for the greatest city in the world.
Since 1941 Gracie
Mansion has been the official residence of nine
New York City mayors and their families. However
the history of the site goes back much further
- to 1646. Gracie Mansion is a fixture in the
annals of great New York City landmarks.
When Sailors' Snug Harbor opened its gates
on Staten Island in 1833 it was the first maritime
home and hospital for retired seamen in the United
States. Today the Snug Harbor Cultural Center
is an 83-acre landmark historic district offering
museums, performance spaces, gardens and artistsÕ
studios. Join us for a tour of this magnificent
center for the arts.
In the middle
of New York Harbor sits one of the most historic
places in America. Governor's Island helped secure
our independence, witnessed thousands of men being
sent off to war and hosted a conference that helped
end the cold war. Join us for a tour of one of
New York City's most unique landmarks.
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