New York City is home to some of the most famous monuments in the world, ranging from the massive Statue of Liberty to the iconic Wall Street Bull to the distinctive Rockefeller Center. These landmarks have created countless cultural and economic opportunities that have been realized across the city. However, many other landmarks have defined […]
Category: United States
Modern Monuments: The Sphere by Fritz Koenig Embodies the Indestructible Spirit of the United States
An iconic sculpture salvaged from the World Trade Center site that was decimated during the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, the piece that has become known as The Sphere was created by Fritz Koenig. It originally stood at the center of Austin J. Tobin Plaza between the Twin Towers. Recovered from Ground Zero after […]
Liberty Park Celebrates the Legacy of New York City
Overlooking the World Trade Center in New York City, Liberty Park is intrinsically connected to one of the most defining moments for the city and the United States. By being so closely tied to the legacy of New York City, Liberty Park highlights what it can mean for a landmark to define a space in […]
The Art Deco Style of Rockefeller Center Creates Experiences for Audiences and an Attraction for New York City
The artwork at Rockefeller Center has set the standard for public art in New York City. Audiences from across the city and beyond come to experience the art deco murals, reliefs, sculptures, carving and more. Doing so has created opportunities for engagement that allow audiences to explore and appreciate the beauty of the space and […]
Madison Square Park Enables Experiences That Can be Felt All Across New York City
Named for the fourth President of the United States, Madison Square Park has carved out an identity that can be experienced throughout the surrounding neighborhoods and all of New York City. These experiences have impacted the monuments and engagement that are featured across the park, highlighting how such elements can attract audiences and positively impact […]
The Monuments of Union Square Connect with the Legacy of New York City
Named for the union of two of the main streets on the island of Manhattan, Union Square resides at a confluence of multiple neighborhoods in New York City. This location has cultivated the installation of many different monuments that are connected to the legacy of the city, further enabling it to become a hub of […]
Bryant Park Imagines New Ways to Utilize Urban Greenspace
Known as Manhattan’s Town Square, Bryant Park is home to a variety of community activities throughout the year. Featuring a unique landscape and notable monuments, the park highlights how an imaginative use of a space can create engagement for audiences across a city and beyond. Named After William Cullen Bryant Designated as public property in […]