New York City-New Things?
Apr 26th, 2015, 02:08 AM
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New York City-New Things?
We will be in NYC for six nights beginning on 26 April for the usual theatre cramming session. That means five of our six nights are taken up with two different Met performances and three stage shows.
But during the day, what?
We have not seen the High Line, or the World Trade "memorial" and I am assuming the new Whitney will be open. Shopping is not of great interest. We already have dinner reservations for all but one night.
Something off-beat during the day would probably be of most interest now so if anyone has a notion, I'd appreciate hearing of it. Thank you and if the thread dies, that's OK, too.
But during the day, what?
We have not seen the High Line, or the World Trade "memorial" and I am assuming the new Whitney will be open. Shopping is not of great interest. We already have dinner reservations for all but one night.
Something off-beat during the day would probably be of most interest now so if anyone has a notion, I'd appreciate hearing of it. Thank you and if the thread dies, that's OK, too.
Apr 26th, 2015, 04:06 AM
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I usually check for special temporary exhibits at the museums.
We enjoyed the Highline--but it only took up about an hour of our time. Chelsea Market is right there, too.
I've seen recommendations to spend 3 or more hours at the 9/11 Museum; much less if you're only going to the Memorial.
I believe that the new Whitney opens May 1, so you will be able to see it.
Have you been to the Cloisters or the Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art?
We enjoyed the Highline--but it only took up about an hour of our time. Chelsea Market is right there, too.
I've seen recommendations to spend 3 or more hours at the 9/11 Museum; much less if you're only going to the Memorial.
I believe that the new Whitney opens May 1, so you will be able to see it.
Have you been to the Cloisters or the Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art?
Apr 26th, 2015, 04:23 AM
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Apr 26th, 2015, 04:56 AM
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There are many new structures that have changed the skyline of the city including the largest residential building in the western hemisphere by the egomaniacal Frank Gehry. There is the relatively new building at Cooper Union, and then there are the ultra-expensive on 57th St.
If you have not been to the Essex Market, it is this odd hybrid of Latino kiosks and hipster food stalls.
If you have not been to the Essex Market, it is this odd hybrid of Latino kiosks and hipster food stalls.
Apr 26th, 2015, 05:22 AM
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Thanks, very much, everyone! These are great suggestions. yes, we have been to The Cloisters but not the Rubin. And Imdone, egomaniacial or not, I love the Gehry stuff and then again I love Gaudi, too, so it all kinda makes sense.
Hopefully we will continue to have decent weather and so far the down jackets have kept our South Florida blood-thinned bodies warm.
Hopefully we will continue to have decent weather and so far the down jackets have kept our South Florida blood-thinned bodies warm.
Apr 26th, 2015, 05:30 AM
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Some other favorite off the beaten path museums and gaeties
(I was going to mention the Runin)
NYC Fire Dept museum in SOHO, very interesting
Leica Gallery on 670 Broadway in NOHO, very cool small photography museum, have seen some mind-blowing exhibits there aND it is in a fun area.
Larger but if you have not been, the Museum of Art and Design at COLUMBUS Vircle, and have lunch or better yet Sunday jazz brunch at.the restaurant Robert on top floor, reserve asap and ask for window table, it loverlooks Central Park. Really lovely and good food. If you eat there 1st you will get a card for free admission to the museum.
(I was going to mention the Runin)
NYC Fire Dept museum in SOHO, very interesting
Leica Gallery on 670 Broadway in NOHO, very cool small photography museum, have seen some mind-blowing exhibits there aND it is in a fun area.
Larger but if you have not been, the Museum of Art and Design at COLUMBUS Vircle, and have lunch or better yet Sunday jazz brunch at.the restaurant Robert on top floor, reserve asap and ask for window table, it loverlooks Central Park. Really lovely and good food. If you eat there 1st you will get a card for free admission to the museum.
Apr 26th, 2015, 06:10 AM
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The International Center for Photography is an often overlooked museum.
http://www.icp.org/
If you haven't been to the Strand, please do so, one of the great independent book stores.
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I have spent many hours and many times visiting the works of Gaudi. Gaudi was a religious cuckoo who led a secular version of a monk's life. When the Gehry structure was finished at MIT, there were many design flaws and he told the university, TS, you should expect them with a building.
He asked for $40,000 for the architectural model for the museum at the Trade Center, which was certainly not in keeping with the spirit of the venture.
His building in LA had his usual metal skin unfortunately it is sunny there 363 days a year and the residents in the are had to put protective film on their windows to block the reflections from the sun.
http://www.icp.org/
If you haven't been to the Strand, please do so, one of the great independent book stores.
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I have spent many hours and many times visiting the works of Gaudi. Gaudi was a religious cuckoo who led a secular version of a monk's life. When the Gehry structure was finished at MIT, there were many design flaws and he told the university, TS, you should expect them with a building.
He asked for $40,000 for the architectural model for the museum at the Trade Center, which was certainly not in keeping with the spirit of the venture.
His building in LA had his usual metal skin unfortunately it is sunny there 363 days a year and the residents in the are had to put protective film on their windows to block the reflections from the sun.
Apr 26th, 2015, 08:28 AM
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Dukey, you've probably done this, but if not, DO! The backstage tour of Metropolitan Opera (not to be confused with an overall tour of Lincoln Center).
Have you done the Morgan Library? Depends somewhat on what exhibits they have, but it is a stunning place regardless, and a really nice lunch.
The famous Klimt -- the portrait featured in the current Helen Mirren film is on display with related articles at the Neue Gallery (Museum). And a great place to get a coffee and dessert!
Have you done the Morgan Library? Depends somewhat on what exhibits they have, but it is a stunning place regardless, and a really nice lunch.
The famous Klimt -- the portrait featured in the current Helen Mirren film is on display with related articles at the Neue Gallery (Museum). And a great place to get a coffee and dessert!
Apr 26th, 2015, 08:33 AM
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It may be too late to book, but they recently started giving tours of the Woolworth building.
Woolworthtours.com
The Customs House and the Federal Reserve bank are also giving tours downtown.
A ride on the
Nywatertaxi.com
is delightful.
Not new, but if you've seen the recent Helen Mirren movie, "Woman in Gold" you might like to have another look at the Klimt painting of Adele Bloch at the Neue Gallery at Fifth & 86th st. While you're there, have some coffee and pastry in Cafe Sabarsky. Then maybe a walk through the Conservatory Gardens in the park.
Woolworthtours.com
The Customs House and the Federal Reserve bank are also giving tours downtown.
A ride on the
Nywatertaxi.com
is delightful.
Not new, but if you've seen the recent Helen Mirren movie, "Woman in Gold" you might like to have another look at the Klimt painting of Adele Bloch at the Neue Gallery at Fifth & 86th st. While you're there, have some coffee and pastry in Cafe Sabarsky. Then maybe a walk through the Conservatory Gardens in the park.
Apr 26th, 2015, 08:36 AM
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The new Four Freedoms park on Roosevelt Island offers stunning views of Manhattan. The ride over and back on the Roosevelt Island tram is pretty cool too.
The Brooklyn Bridge Park may also be new to you.
The Brooklyn Bridge Park may also be new to you.
Apr 26th, 2015, 01:51 PM
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The cafe at The Rubin is good. For lunch near The Highline, Chelsea Market has several choices (Italian, Thai, seafood)but they're to go, tables adjacent in main hall. Or Cookshop at 10th and 20th or Red Cat 10th 23rd.
Apr 26th, 2015, 03:07 PM
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Neo, you're the second person in two days that I've had recommend the backstage tour at the Met -- I didn't know about it, but it sounds terrific.
Combining the High Line with lunch on a spring day is a great idea, but I'd get lunch to go and bring it with me to the High Line. Maybe get a baguette and fromage, wear a beret, and tell people that you're trying to find the Promenade Plantée. Which shows at the theatre & Met?
Combining the High Line with lunch on a spring day is a great idea, but I'd get lunch to go and bring it with me to the High Line. Maybe get a baguette and fromage, wear a beret, and tell people that you're trying to find the Promenade Plantée. Which shows at the theatre & Met?
