Guide to New York City Landmarks - Softcover

New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0471182893 ISBN 13: 9780471182894

Publisher: Wiley, 1998

Synopsis

"From cover to cover, you'll be able to see why New York City is the Capital of the World." -Rudolph W. Giuliani, Mayor, New York City.
The official and complete guide to New York City's landmarks and historic districts.
This brand-new edition of the Guide to New York City Landmarks shows you the best of classic New York buildings and places-what they are, where they are, and how to find them. With up-to-date entries on individual landmark buildings and interiors, scenic landmarks, and historic neighborhoods, this guide has it all.
Covers all five boroughs
* Features more than 750 landmarks and 68 historic districts
* Contains 70 quick-reference maps-ideal for walking tours
* Includes a row house architectural style guide
* Comes with an easy-to-use index.

About this title

About the Author:

The NEW YORK CITY LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION is the public agency responsible for identifying and designating local landmarks and historic districts, as well as regulating changes to designated buildings. Established in 1965 in response to the demolition of the original Penn Station, the Commission is comprised of eleven members appointed by the mayor and supported by a professional staff.

About this edition

• Publisher: Wiley
• Publication date: 1998
• ISBN 10: 0471182893
• ISBN 13: 9780471182894
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 352