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The Stories Behind the Historic Architecture of Manhattan

architecture talks in NYCThe final Literature lecture of the Labor, Literature and Landmark lecture series, Spring 2015 will feature writer Tom Miller, who will discuss his new book, Seeking New York: The Stories Behind the Historic Architecture of Manhattan – One Building at a Time.

The lecture will be followed by a book­-signing and reception.

Seeking New York is a richly detailed book that traces the architectural and social history of Manhattan, one building at a time. The book explores the seemingly never-ending depths of history of Manhattan, through both the most famous buildings’ histories, as well as the lesser architectural survivors. During his presentation, alongside the details about each building’s architect, dates and styles, the book’s author will reveal the joys and achievements, trials and tribulations, and the tragedies and scandals of those who lived within. He will describe how the ever-changing face of Manhattan is captured through its structures and their unique stories.

“Through these tales deftly told by Tom Miller, emerge not only individual nuggets of history, but a picture of the island itself, as it rises as a centre for world power.” — National Geographic Traveler.

Tom Miller moved to New York City in 1979 from Dayton, Ohio, bringing with him a passion for buildings. He currently holds the rank of Inspector within the NYPD’s Auxiliary Police Force. In 2009 he started a blog, Daytonian in Manhattan (http://daytoninmanhattan.blogspot.com/), which has now reviewed over a thousand buildings, statues and other points of interest.

To register please contact the General Society at: 212-840-1840 ext. 2 or
email: [email protected]. $15 general admission,
$10 General Society members, New York Landmark Conservancy Members, ICAA Members and Senior Citizens, $5 Students.

This program is supported in part by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, in partnership with the City Council.

About The General Society: The General Society of Mechanics and Tradesmen of the City of New York, a non-profitable organization was founded in 1785 by the skilled craftsmen of the City. Today this 230-year old organization continues to serve and improve the quality life of the people of the City of New York through its educational, philanthropic and cultural programs including its tuition-free Mechanics Institute, The General Society Library and its nearly 200 year old lecture series.











When: Tue., Jun. 16, 2015 at 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Where: The General Society Library
20 W. 44th St.
212-840-1840
Price: $15
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architecture talks in NYCThe final Literature lecture of the Labor, Literature and Landmark lecture series, Spring 2015 will feature writer Tom Miller, who will discuss his new book, Seeking New York: The Stories Behind the Historic Architecture of Manhattan – One Building at a Time.

The lecture will be followed by a book­-signing and reception.

Seeking New York is a richly detailed book that traces the architectural and social history of Manhattan, one building at a time. The book explores the seemingly never-ending depths of history of Manhattan, through both the most famous buildings’ histories, as well as the lesser architectural survivors. During his presentation, alongside the details about each building’s architect, dates and styles, the book’s author will reveal the joys and achievements, trials and tribulations, and the tragedies and scandals of those who lived within. He will describe how the ever-changing face of Manhattan is captured through its structures and their unique stories.

“Through these tales deftly told by Tom Miller, emerge not only individual nuggets of history, but a picture of the island itself, as it rises as a centre for world power.” — National Geographic Traveler.

Tom Miller moved to New York City in 1979 from Dayton, Ohio, bringing with him a passion for buildings. He currently holds the rank of Inspector within the NYPD’s Auxiliary Police Force. In 2009 he started a blog, Daytonian in Manhattan (http://daytoninmanhattan.blogspot.com/), which has now reviewed over a thousand buildings, statues and other points of interest.

To register please contact the General Society at: 212-840-1840 ext. 2 or
email: [email protected]. $15 general admission,
$10 General Society members, New York Landmark Conservancy Members, ICAA Members and Senior Citizens, $5 Students.

This program is supported in part by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, in partnership with the City Council.

About The General Society: The General Society of Mechanics and Tradesmen of the City of New York, a non-profitable organization was founded in 1785 by the skilled craftsmen of the City. Today this 230-year old organization continues to serve and improve the quality life of the people of the City of New York through its educational, philanthropic and cultural programs including its tuition-free Mechanics Institute, The General Society Library and its nearly 200 year old lecture series.

Buy tickets/get more info now