'History of Chelsea, Manhattan: West Side Cowboys to the High Line' Webinar

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How did a 19th-century parcel of land on the westside of Manhattan transform from a sleepy estate owned by famed poet Clement Clarke Moore into one of today's chicest New York City neighborhoods? And how did a group of cowboys play a crucial role in public safety somewhere in between? It's time to uncover one of New York's most interesting neighborhoods and its historic gems hiding in plain sight.

Join New York Adventure Club as we delve into the rich history and transformation of the Manhattan neighborhood of Chelsea, from its days as an apple orchard in the 19th century to becoming a center for fine art galleries in the 21st century.

Led by NYC tour guide Ginny Poleman, our digital showcase through the story of Chelsea will include:

• A then-and-now comparison of the neighborhood using maps, illustrations, and photos, which dates back to the 19th century
• A look at Chelsea’s oldest house and the landmarked Cushman Row, a collection of town homes that Clement Clarke Moore helped shape into a fashionable neighborhood
• Why cowboys were employed to wrangle pedestrians on Tenth Avenue (also known as Death Avenue), and their relationship with the repurposed elevated railway now known as the High Line
• The evolution of The Hotel Chelsea, New York’s first cooperative apartment building, along with the homes of bohemians of literature and music like Mark Twain, Allen Ginsberg, and Cher
• A discussion of other notable landmarks in Chelsea, including Chelsea Market (formerly the original home of the National Biscuit Company aka Nabisco), Chelsea Piers, and the High Line

Afterward, we'll have a Q&A with Ginny — any and all questions are welcomed and encouraged!

Can't make it live? Don't worry, you'll have access to the full replay for one week!

See you there, virtually!

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About Ginny

Ginny Poleman is a graduate of Cornell University, a licensed NYC tour guide, docent for the Municipal Art Society, as well as an educational and costume collection guide for New York’s largest art museum. Additionally, she offers private tours for her own company, NYC Encounters, covering New York City Art, Architecture, and History. You can follow her on Instagram and Facebook at @Art_Encounters and @NYC.Encounters.

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