Curious about the history of East 4th St.? Now not only can you learn about its unique architecture, you can discover a history of its public pools, gourmet culture, and musical significance! Take a tour of our beloved block at Place Matters.
The Place Matters mission is to foster the conservation of New York City’s historically and culturally significant places. These are places that hold memories and anchor traditions for individuals and communities, and that help tell the history of the city as a whole. We are convinced that such places promote the well being of New York’s many communities in ways that too often go unrecognized.
Place Matters is a joint project of City Lore and the Municipal Art Society that encourages education and conservation of culturally significant areas of New York City. Members of the public are encouraged to nominate areas of NYC that they believe should be added to the Census of Places that Matter. Nominate your favorite NYC spot and help New Yorkers learn more about our city’s vibrant past and present!
