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Church on Park Debating Plans for Demolition
Don’t panic! This article from The New York Times is from May 1982…nearly 35 years ago. Today, the majestic structure of the (now) First Church of Christ, Scientist[1] is a landmark protected as part of the Upper West Side/Central Park West Historic District...
Nixed Again! CSI covered by West Side Spirit
Olivia Kelley recounts the latest trials for Congregation Shearith Israel's long-toothed proposal to build five stories of condos atop their new community house. In Shearith Israel Project Nixed Again (linked), Kelley hones in on key points that LANDMARK WEST! has...
CENTRAL dARK Statement
DOWNLOAD the new printable CENTRAL dARK flyer HERE Will Central Park Become CENTRAL dARK? A supertall tower could rise on West 66th Street casting shadows on residential blocks, landmark designated buildings, and Central Park. Leading this assault on our public assets...
Governor Cuomo: Tell MTA to MIND THE CAP!
AVOID DELAYS! Contact Governor Cuomo Today! Last week, the MTA announced their plan to raise fares in 2017 to $3 a swipe. They'd like to raise height limits on their real estate, too! A provision hidden in this year's New York State budget allows...
Fourth Universalist “Landmark on the Park” Launches New Era
There could not be a more positive sign for the future of New York than the decision by those in charge of this church…to save and restore its building for the benefit of its community…willing to stake a claim for the belief that we do not make a better city by seeing...
Sparkling Snowflakes Return to West 72nd Street
On November 15th, 72nd Street will come alive for the holidays when the switch is flipped on several eight-foot shimmering snowflakes floating above 72nd Street. LANDMARK WEST! is proud to continue the tradition started over 15 years ago to celebrate the completion of...
Preservation Detectives Coming to a Block Near You
Look closely the next time you see a group of school kids out in the neighborhood. Are they looking up? Talking excitedly about stoops and cornices? It could be a new 2nd grade class of "Building Detectives" on the hunt! A new school year means LANDMARK WEST! will be...
LW! and Vandenberg Host Tour of Historic Clarence True Interior
As part of LANDMARK WEST!'s "Architectural History Spotlight" series, guests of LW! and our program partner, Vandenberg-The Townhouse Experts, were treated to a private tour of a W. 91st Street rowhouse designed and built by early 19th century architect/developer...
Kate Wood on NY1: Time is Running Out for Landmark-Worthy Synagogue
As a 93 year-old UWS synagogue is threatened with demolition, LW! President Kate Wood urges preservation over condo development. Watch Kate's NY1 interview and read more about community opposition to Congregation Shaare Zedek's demolition plans for its 1923 building.
A Spirited Walk through the UWS
Beautiful fall weather on Halloween Eve inspired a great turnout for a "spirit" inspired LW! walking tour. West 69th Street put on a great stoop show (begging the question "where do you store a giant fuzzy spider in the off season?") and guide Rob Amell painted a...
