Pop Culture Tour

The two story structure on this site until 2011 was built in 1938 for the Schrafft’s Restaurant chain, and had a distinctive, streamlined, curved design on both the interior and exterior.

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.