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A Vanishing New York

2024-11-20 19:00:00 2024-11-20 20:00:00 America/New_York A Vanishing New York New York is filled with forsaken buildings, each ravaged by the exploits of modernization, each having fascinating histories. Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main Auditorium

Wednesday, November 20
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-11-20 19:00:00 2024-11-20 20:00:00 America/New_York A Vanishing New York New York is filled with forsaken buildings, each ravaged by the exploits of modernization, each having fascinating histories. Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main Auditorium

New York is filled with forsaken buildings, each ravaged by the exploits of modernization, each having fascinating histories.

This photographic essay explores over 40 of the most evocative abandoned sites in the Empire State and puts their individual stories in the larger context of New York’s historical legacy. Photographer and author John Lazzaro traveled the state, capturing what’s left of such places before they are inevitably swept away by time. Divided by region, these sites, ranging from the Catskills’ once-vibrant vacation destinations to Long Island’s melancholy psychiatric centers, reveal deeper social, cultural, and political changes that lead to their decay. These abandoned hospitals, schools, churches, railways, and estates offer us a view into a past rapidly dissolving before it disappears completely. Registration is required. Open to all.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Local History | Lectures and Workshops |

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Huntington Public Library Main Building

Phone: 631-427-5165

Hours
We're closed Tuesday December 24 due to Christmas Eve.
We're closed Wednesday December 25 due to Christmas Day.
Mon, Dec 23 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Dec 24 Closed
(Christmas Eve.)
Wed, Dec 25 Closed
(Christmas Day.)
Thu, Dec 26 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Dec 27 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Sat, Dec 28 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 29 1:00PM to 5:00PM

About the branch

The Main is located in the heart of Huntington Village, on the corner of Prospect Street and Main Street. The Main has a large auditorium and two smaller meeting rooms, one room for Children's programs and a conference room. There is also a Local History room located on the second floor and an Art Gallery located on the lower level.

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