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Anne Peck-Davis's avatar

Remarkable use of space. An important nod to Hildreth Meiere. Her contributions to Radio City Music Hall are also noteworthy. It's time she's received her recognition.

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Mary Kate Murray's avatar

Yes! So

Many amazing projects!

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Jan Stanley's avatar

A captivating read with perfect images, plus I now have destinations for upcoming visits (maybe one or two with you)! Thanks for the detail on both the landmark process and each of the featured interiors. I savored it all.

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Mary Kate Murray's avatar

Yes! We will join you. ❤️

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Eric Simonson's avatar

Well done, Mary Kate! What a journey. Loved in particular the Meiere (I'd like to buy a vowel) section. She reminded me of Rockwell Kent

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Robert Simonson's avatar

So many vowels!

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Eric Simonson's avatar

M-E-I-E-I-O

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Mary Kate Murray's avatar

Thanks Eric! Amazing comparison, I love Rockwell Kent.

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Richard Santana's avatar

I love Asbestos the Magic Mineral lol. All in favor of making Asbestos Man the official mascot of Manville, NJ?

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Mary Kate Murray's avatar

Aye!!

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Kathleen McLaughlin's avatar

A great article! I always wanted to get a glimpse of the red room when I lived downtown. So glad I finally get a chance. And thanks for the tips of other protected interiors worth seeing!

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Mary Kate Murray's avatar

Thanks Kathleen! There are so many, but my favorites have bars and restaurants! 😝

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Robert Simonson's avatar

It’s definitely worth the trip.

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Sandra Lesch's avatar

The beautiful thing is that we live parallel lives with these wonders, and once in a while, by kismet or design, they intersect. I think it’s wonderful when we get to make the historic our own, and contribute to the living legacy. Mary Kate and Robert’s tours through time give pause and make us love what we can, while we can. And they always make me miss New York more. 🥹

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Robert Simonson's avatar

Thank you! Finding that tiled ceiling in Wolfgang’s Steakhouse was one of the aha moments of my recent years in NYC.

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Mary Kate Murray's avatar

Thank you Sandra! I love hearing your New York stories!! 🥰❤️

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