Thu, Apr 3, 2014
Treasures of New York: The Flatiron Building explores the lore of the iconic structure at 175 Fifth Avenue that has mesmerized the world for more than 100 years. Based on Alice Sparberg Alexiou's book, "The Flatiron: The New York Landmark and the Incomparable City That Arose With It," the documentary shares the stories behind the construction of the first skyscraper in Manhattan outside of the Wall Street area. Through rare, early motion pictures and photographs, the film takes viewers back to New York's "Gilded Age" to show how the Flatiron Building became a singular expression of the exploding American metropolis. Additionally, it spotlights New York's transformation into a modern city, its cultural heritage, points of interest, and notable figures at the time.
Thu, Feb 22, 2018
Treasures of New York: The Frick Collection takes you on an intimate, behind-the-scenes tour of this Gilded Age house museum dedicated to Old Master paintings, notable bronzes, sculpture, and the decorative arts. The film explores the excellence in taste and preservation of these works, the family behind the collection, and the institutions history and dedication to art scholarship.
Mon, Jun 24, 2019
For more than a century, The Jewish Museum has served as a cultural nexus in the heart of New York City's art scene. Treasures of New York: The Jewish Museum brings viewers inside the world-class institution to explore some of the most powerful and important works drawn from its collection of nearly 30,000 works that reflect the global Jewish experience that spans 7,000 years.