Wednesday, April 3, 2013

Manhattan's Financial District's Hidden History

5 Beekman Street
When it was built in 1881-1883, 5 Beekman Street was the first high rise building in New York. Things have changed on the street outside but 5 Beekman has been closed for many years, frozen in time. It is set now to become a luxury hotel which will open in late 2014. So, here's an opportunity to see 5 Beekman before it is restored - a slice of Manhattan's hidden history.

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