Brutal New York: a brutalist architecture walking tour

Janes Walk

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Led By Liza Pagano

Let’s marvel at the oppressive beauty of brutalist buildings, from iconic landmarks to hidden gems. Our journey begins in Tribeca, where we’ll stroll along the west side, ending at Washington Square Park. Along the way, we’ll explore architectural wonders such as the AT&T Long Lines Building and the Salt Shed.

During our tour, we’ll delve into the history of these buildings, discussing the visionary architects behind their design, their original purposes, and how they are utilized today. We’ll also explore the challenges and triumphs faced during their construction, adding depth to our understanding of these monumental structures.

This walking tour is at street level, so be sure to wear comfortable shoes and bring along a bottle of water. Let’s embark on a journey through the concrete jungles of New York City’s brutalist architecture!

Accessibility

This a guided walking tour of downtown Manhattan. The route length is approximately 2 miles at street level with no stairs. We'll gathers in Tribeca close to the Chambers Street subway station and end at Washington Square Park near the West 4th subway station.

Location Information

RSVP is required and capacity is limited. Meeting location, ending location, and directions will be provided via email before walk date.

guided

Saturday, May 4, 2024
11:00 AM
90 minutes

Borough: Manhattan
Theme: Art & Architecture
Language: English
Exterior of the Salt Shed garage at night
2016 MASterworks Awards Winner: District 1/2/5 Salt Shed. Photo: Albert Vecerka.