Architectures of the Grand Concourse May 15, 2009

Architectures of the Grand Concourse
FRIDAY MAY 15, 7:00pm
The General Society of Mechanics and Tradesmen*
20 West 44th Street (between 5th & 6th Avenue)
Admission: Free

Noted architecture historian Francis Morrone will address the different styles that populate the Grand Concourse, from the Palladian opulence of the Freedman Home to the stark brutalism of Paul Rudolph’s Tracey Towers. In between these extremes, the many Art Deco examples that characterize the area. Introduced by Paul Gunther.

* This lecture will be presented offsite. Please note address above.