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April 26, 2012

NYC Landmark: Museum of The City of New York

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If you want to get a taste of NYC and its rich history, to me, there is no better place to start than the Museum of The City of New York. Though the exhibits change and the information display can be different from one installment to another, the essence of the city, of the people who live here, and of the stories to be told is ever-present.

The museum was founded in 1923 with the sole purpose of presenting the history of New York City, USA, and its people. The museum is housed in a brick and limestone building, designed by Joseph J. Freedlander in the neo-Georgian style. Construction began in 1928 and was completed in 1930. It is on Museum Mile on Fifth Avenue, between 103rd and 104th Streets, facing Central Park.

Walking through the halls of this spectacular museum, I realized quickly that I could spend hours here. The current Cecil Beaton exhibit and the photography of Leonard Freed in “Police Work” took a hold of my interest, and I found myself captivated by the details of my city’s past.

On The Move: Transportation Toys from The Permanent Collection

New York Interiors: Furnishings for The Empire City

A true treasure, and one that I was proud of seeing so many tourists enjoy, I hope that you will take the time to visit this epic historical site.

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Carol Cain

Brooklyn native Carol is happiest when on an adventure, close to home or farther away. In addition to creating Girl Gone Travel, she is the Founder and CEO of Brave World Media, a social media marketing, communications management, and brand development agency. She's mom to three wonderful sons and wife to a handsome Irish/Scot. She splits her time between her homes in New Jersey and Finger Lakes.

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  • Barbara Pflughaupt
    April 26, 2012

    Way to go Carol— Thank you!! I plan to vote for the Museum every day! And your readers should know they will be having an Open House weekend on May 5 & 6 with free Ice Cream 🙂 You rock and NY loves you as much as you love it, I know 🙂

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  • Carol Cain
    April 26, 2012

    @ Barbara Pflughaupt:

    : )) Thanks Barbara!

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  • anna
    April 27, 2012

    fantastic project, look forward to learning more!

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    • Carol Cain
      anna
      April 27, 2012

      Thanks Anna!

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