This large, x-shaped apartment building was constructed in 1957 as The Greenwich Arms by architect H.I. Feldman for the East 10th Street Corporation. A number of Book Row sellers were located at buildings previously at this site, as well as the building currently here. Go back and click on the tours the building is featured in for additional information and history.

Since at least the 1890s and through the 20th century, this area was the center of the bookselling industry in New York, centered along Fourth Avenue as well as Broadway and University Place, and probably had the highest concentration of booksellers in the world. Click here to send a letter supporting landmark designation of these and other historic buildings south of Union Square.

Several notable musicians and music venues found a home in this area, from jazz to punk, blues to folk. Listen to a playlist featuring a selection of songs by some of the amazing artists connected to this neighborhood. Click here to send a letter supporting landmark designation of these and other historic buildings south of Union Square.