Daytonian in Manhattan

The stories behind the buildings, statues and other points of interest that make Manhattan fascinating.

Thursday, September 29, 2016

Marilyn Monroe's Manhattan "Hideaway" -- No. 127 E 78th St

Both architect John G. Prague and developer Anthony Mowbray would be known for their extensive r...

Wednesday, September 28, 2016

The Franklin Inn -- No. 176 Franklin St

In 1892 the area around Franklin Street had seen the rise of loft and warehouse buildings for two...

Tuesday, September 27, 2016

The Moorish Fantasy at No. 132 West 78th Street

The Upper West Side was rapidly developing in 1881 when Rafael Guastavino arrived in New York...

Monday, September 26, 2016

The Lost Chelsea Methodist Episcopal Church -- 333 W 30th St

In 1910 the church building was being renovated for a publishing firm. Otherwise, the West 30th S...

Saturday, September 24, 2016

The Leo Schlesinger Toy Factory -- Nos. 292-296 Lafayette Street

In 1889 Leo Schlesinger most likely surprised other businessmen along Elm Street when he ...

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