Robert Moses and the Modern City March 31, 2007

'Robert Moses and the Modern City' focuses on the extensive physical transformation of New York City guided by Robert Moses from 1934 to 1968. Robert Moses built a network of roads and bridges, including the Triborough Bridge, to bring people to the city, initiated attractions such as Lincoln Center, and revitalized city parks, including Central Park. At the same time, his projects disrupted neighborhoods and increased the city's dependence on the automobile. The exhibition explores the controversial vision of this important force in planning and development and considers his legacy in the context of the urban issues of his time.