New York City’s Borough Presidents are responsible for maintaining the official maps of their respective boroughs. During OHNY Weekend, the Manhattan Borough President’s Topographical Bureau will display segments of a historically essential map in the development of Manhattan, executed by John Randel Jr. in 1820. This map is the first that plotted the 1811 “Commissioner’s Plan” which established the Manhattan street grid from Houston Street to 155th Street. On display will also be other historical maps, including the Blackwell Farm map, which continued Manhattan’s grid past 155th street.
New York City’s Borough Presidents are responsible for maintaining the official maps of their respective boroughs. The Manhattan Borough President’s Topographical Bureau will display segments of a historically essential map in the development of Manhattan, executed by John Randel Jr. in 1820. This map is the first that plotted the 1811 “Commissioner’s Plan” which established the Manhattan street grid from Houston Street to 155th Street. On display will also be other historical maps, including the Blackwell Farm map, which continued Manhattan’s grid past 155th Street.
All visitors and their belongings must go through DCAS security, including x-ray machines and metal detectors. Food and drink are prohibited.
1914; William M. Kendall
1 Centre Street
19th Floor South, New York, NY 10007