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Located in Battery Park, this often overlooked memorial pays homage to the Merchant Marines who perished in various conflicts around the world. This particular sculpture designed by Marisol Escobar depicts Merchant Marines trying to save a compatriot from the frigid waters. The sculptor used an actual scene from a German U-boat captain, when the sub sank a ship carrying oil from Venezuela to Canada during WWII. The captain took a photo and Escobar used this shot as a guide. When you come at high tide, the man in the water who reaches up from the cold waters of New York harbor becomes submerged to the fingertips.
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Created in 1838 as a pastoral park, this breathtaking cemetery covers 478 acres landscaped with lakes, gardens, rambling paths and of course, some of the finest cemetery landmarks in the country. Often used by New Yorkers as a day trip to escape the noise of the city, the serenity of this place is often overwhelming. It has been noted that Frederick Law Olmsted used Green-Wood as a basis for his original designs of Central Park. Notable residents include the composer Leonard Bernstein and stained-glass artist Louis Comfort Tiffany.
Wallace Building as it was previously called is now known as 56 Pine Street. Built between 1893 to 1894, it is located in the financial district of Manhattan. Constructed in the Romanesque Revival style, it has been designed by architect Oscar Wirz. The magnificent building is a New York City landmark and has also been a part of the National Register of Historic Places since 2003.
The Governors Island National Monument in New York City was a former base of the United States Coast Guard. The protected island consists of a historic district and is also a venue for concerts, festivals and other events. Visitors can also relax at any of the picnic areas on the island. Guided tours of the monument are available.
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