INteresting Things to see in Greenwich Village
About a month ago I took a trip down to Greenwich Village, home of my…
Because truth be told she is the better photographer in the house! And she is showing us some interesting things to see in New York’s Greenwich Village.
Up until 2014 it provided free tuition to all its students. It is also a National Historic Landmark.
This building is located at West 4th and Broadway, 693 Broadway is its official address and it is known as the Merchants Building. From what I see there were many buildings on Broadway built this way with lots of ornate sculptures. In this case we have owls and lions. You can see them a bit better on the bottom. The striking blue cornice is a recent addition to help with the drainage of the building.
Technically speaking this area is known as NoHo. In other words, North of Houston Street. There is also a “SoHo” but we did not venture that far. Both of these neighborhoods are National Landmarks and have many historic buildings.
The Park is a meeting place for students and folks who want to share their creativity, such as this fellow who was blowing giant bubbles in the middle of the park on that cold and rainy spring day, with NYU’s Lipton Hall Dormitory in the background.
This doorway is located across the North side of the park and is one of many early 19th century row houses that were built in the Greek Revival style. Washington Square North is now owned by NYU.
Behind the row houses sits the Washington Mews. It had once been the staples for the row houses in the area. But in between the two, there is a courtyard and it is here that we found this treasure. A statue of Miguel Cervantes the famous Spanish writer and painter.
The row houses are to the right of the arch.
This shot was taken when there was construction on Fifth Avenue. We are standing under the Arch and looking up north at Fifth Avenue.
Two statues of George Washington are located on the North side of the arch. The one below is Washington at War.
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Wow – what stunning photos!
Thank you Lady Fi, my girl was going for the moody and atmospheric here but the weather certainly contributed.
I love these images. The architecture is so awesome and, you are right, I would never expect that huge place in the middle of the city. What a great eye your daughter has 🙂
Thank you so much Betty. The city is full of surprises.
I’m not a city girl at all, but these are great shots!
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Thank you for visiting. My girl took these I think she is a great photographer. Now we just need to find her a job. 🙂
Loved my tour with you. In none of my trips to NYC years ago did I visit Greenwich Village I think. Enjoyed today’s beautiful photos and architecture.
I’m glad we could take you along with us Carol. The Village is so much more than this but we took an unusual path.
We just attended my daughters graduation from NYU yesterday at Yankee Stadium. She received her masters degree and loved being a student there. Luckily I was able to visit her there and enjoyed walking around Greenwich Village. So much to see and do.
Congratulations to your daughter Jill. The NYU “campus” is certainly an eyeful.
These photos are beautiful!
Thanks so much Clearissa they were taken by my talented daughter but I got to do the research. Haha!
The Washington Square Arch always reminds me of my favorite movie, When Harry Met Sally! And there really is no place like NYC!
Oh wow Kim it has been a lifetime since I’ve seen that one. I need to see it again. NY is the best. I feel as if I am rediscovering it all over again.
Fun post. I haven’t been to Greenwich Village in years. Loved the bubbles. Ai Weiwei is one of my favorite artists.
Those bubbles were such a welcome surprise after all the rain and gloomy clouds. And truth be told, I had no idea what I was looking at till I got home and researched it. I love Google!! 🙂
I love the design of Grace Church. My kind of place. I love all the intricate designs. These are some fantastic shots of NYC. Thanks for linking up today.
Thank you Michelle. I have realized since returning that the city is so full of visual stimulation even on a rainy day, that I come home exhausted. Or is it that I’ve developed a photographer’s eye and everything looks like art? Haha!
These are great, I would love to go to New York some day. Don’t know that I will ever get the chance so I love looking at pictures of it. Thanks for sharing at bloggers pit stop. Connie
Thank you Connie for stopping by, we try to post photos of New York every month so if you come back you’ll see lots more.
My sister lives in NYC so I’ve been tot he city, but I have never actually been to Greenwich Village. You’ve provided me with the tour I’ve never had! #mysundayphoto
I am glad to hear it John and one that is a bit off with nooks and crannies which the city is full of.
Very interesting view at Greenwich village. Thank you so much for linking up with “Through my Lens”
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Thank you Mersad, sometimes when the weather is bad you have to go with the flow.
I’ve been to Upstate New York because that’s where my husband is from, but never to the city. – Margy
Upstate NY is beautiful but it is very different from the city. You have to come next time you are in NY.
Your daughter is a talented photographer. So many gorgeous buildings and sites! Love the giant bubbles too!! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
Thank you so much Jann. I am very proud of her.
Love all the photos of old buildings and the beautiful architecture!
Although I live an hour and half from NYC and to about once a month, I haven’t visited the Village since I was a teenager! Thanks for the memories. Great photos
What a fabulous tour of Greenwich village. The architecture on the Gothic Revival style church is awesome!