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Pre-Booked Tours

The Conservancy is pleased to offer our members the opportunity to register for special, pre-booked tours hosted by sites across New York State.

Central Park West, Manhattan

First Church of Christ, Scientist – Manhattan

10 W 68th St,
New York, NY

Landmark West! invites you to tour of Frederick R. Comstock’s First Church of Christ, Scientist (nee Second Church of Christ Scientist) lead by congregant Leanne Mahoney.

Enter off of Central Park West into Frederick R. Comstock’s 1898-1899 Academic Classical granite and marble marvel! See the balcony, sanctuary, reading room, and more, all while being led by a congregant who has taken a leading role in this landmark’s stewardship for years. Come for the first tour and stay for an organ concert, or come for the concert and stay for the second tour.

 

Advanced registration is required.

LIVE! Saturday, May 17, 2:00 pm, Tour A

LIVE! Saturday, May 17th, 3:00 pm, Organ Concert

LIVE! Saturday, May 17th, 3:30 pm, Tour B

 

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Long Island City

St. Raphael’s Church

3520 Greenpoint Avenue,
Long Island City, NY

Pre-book a guided tour Saturday, May 17, 2024

11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Join Zaskorski & Associates Architects for an exclusive tour of the recently restored St. Raphael’s Church, recent winner of a Lucy G. Moses Preservation Award.

Participants will explore the extensive renovation work that has brought new life to this historic 1880s structure. Guests will have the opprtunity to view the exterior and interior of the building.

 

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Bronx

Church of the Mediator – Bronx, NY

260 West 231st Street,
The Bronx, NY

Pre-book a guided tour with Stephen F. Byrns – architect, former LPC Commissioner and founder/president of the Untermyer Gardens Conservancy!

These will take place on:

  • Saturday, May 17th at 11am
  • Sunday, May 18th at 3pm

 

You can book a tour with Stephen F. Byrns at Eventbrite – linked here. We suggest that bring binoculars to see the stained glass better!

Additional activities will include a small art installation and display of local painters, illustrators, and miniaturists, and occasional organ performances throughout each day.

More information will be posted on Instagram @mediatorbronx.

Please be aware that there is a ramp to the front door but there may be some accessibility issues from the sidewalk through the driveway to the entrance.

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Lower East Side, Manhattan

Museum at Eldridge Street – Manhattan

12 Eldridge St,
New York, NY 10002

In order to register for the Sacred Sites Open House tours please click here.

Complimentary admission will be offered on Sunday, May 18th, all day! Please be advised that our guided, docent tours are very popular and often reach capacity quickly. Early arrival is recommended if you are interested in joining a tour.

 

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Manhattan, Upper East Side

Congregation Emanu-El of the City of New York – Manhattan

1 East 65th Street,
New York, NY 10065

Join us for an afternoon celebrating art, architecture, and history hosted by the New York Landmarks Conservancy as part of its Sacred Sites Open House. This special program is presented in collaboration with Temple Emanu-El, St. Bartholomew’s Church, and the Hildreth Meière Association.

If you wish to visit at any time during the day, please register here to receive your pass for street access to the Temple.

Entry Directions: To get to Temple Emanu-El you must enter at 65th Street via Madison Avenue – crossing 5th Avenue will not be allowed due to other festivities that day. You must have this pass in order to access the street to Temple Emanu-El. Show security your pass and they will allow entrance. Thank you for your patience and understanding!

 

12:00 PM – Docent-Led Tour
Embark on a fascinating tour of Temple Emanu-El, where you’ll discover the rich history and remarkable art and architecture of this magnificent building, one of the largest synagogues in the world.

2:00 PM – The Art and Artistry of Hildreth Meière
We are pleased to welcome our friends and neighbors from St. Bartholomew’s Church and the Hildreth Meière Association for an in-depth exploration and discussion of the breathtaking mosaics by Hildreth Meière.

 

Hildreth Meière (1892-1961) was one of the most influential and creative decorative artists of the 20th Century.

In the 1930s she was considered the most famous muralist of the Art Deco style, and probably the most prolific, in the country. Meiere’s specialty was the ancient and beautiful art of mosaic, which continues to be enjoyed in religious institutions and public buildings throughout the country.

Two of her most spectacular commissions in New York are featured at St. Bartholomew’s and Temple Emanu-El.

Join us for an exploration of this extraordinary artist and some of her contributions at two of the City’s most beloved religious sites.

 

Temple Emanu-El and the Bernard Museum of Judaica will be open until 4 PM.

 

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