The 8-story residential structure here built c. 2011 replaced a two-story Art Moderne structure built in 1938 for the Schrafft’s Restaurant chain. It later housed the Lone Star Café, New York’s premiere country music venue which also showcased rock, blues, and soul artists like James Brown. Go back and click on the tours the building is featured in for additional information and history.

This Italianate style rowhouse was built c. 1853 by philanthropist and bibliophile James Lenox for residential use. For generations, it was home to a family that was among the most important American patrons of the arts of the 19th century, and included significant figures in the fields of science, philanthropy, business, and government. In later years it also housed a prominent publisher, bookseller, and artist studios. Go back and click on the tours the building is featured in for additional information and history.

Multiple sites in the neighborhood bear significant connections to popular films, television, music, and entertainment. Listen to a playlist featuring a selection of songs by some of the amazing artists connected to this area. Click here to send a letter supporting landmark designation of these and other historic buildings south of Union Square.

Some of New York's most prominent and impactful philanthropists, and philanthropic organizations, were located here. 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.