At first glance, it seems impossible that a place as grand as Yerkes (rhymes with turkeys) Observatory came close to … More
Category: Institutions
Revolutionary War Buildings & Museums in New York City Today
In 1776, while America’s founding fathers were in Philadelphia signing the Declaration of Independence, colonial forces in New York were … More
The New York Public Library Goes All In on America’s 250th
What does a 127-year-old institution do when the country it calls home turns 250? If you’re the New York Public … More
Illuminating Heritage: New York’s Jewish Museum Opens Reimagined Galleries and New Learning Center
From the fourth floor of New York’s Jewish Museum, one view reveals a striking double-height space with rows of gleaming … More
New York Society Library Celebrates Transformative Renovation
Walking across the north side of 79th Street on the Upper East Side you may notice a grey awning announcing … More
Princeton University’s Art Museum Debuts a Stunning New Home
As of October 31, the deep global collections of the Princeton University Art Museum (PUAM) are again open to all … More
Perspectives from Artists and Cultural Leaders
Side of Culture has had the privilege of speaking with artistic leaders, artists, writers, and builders who are contributing to … More
Carnegie and Libraries: ‘Palaces for the People’ and Essential, Trusted Community Resources
Carnegie Corporation of New York has launched a new mapping tool based on primary sources and archival materials for people … More
From Prison to Creative Hub: Virginia’s Workhouse Arts Center
What could be done with a closed, multi-building prison in the southern part of suburban Fairfax County, 25 miles from … More
Scandinavia House Weaves a Holistic Space on Park Avenue
If you believe there are still hidden gems in the heart of frenetic, super-sexy New York City, then add one … More
