History of Greenwich Village
Barry Lewis talked about the creation and evolution of New York City’s Greenwich Village. He spoke about the many changes the neighborhood… read more
Barry Lewis talked about the creation and evolution of New York City’s Greenwich Village. He spoke about the many changes the neighborhood experienced since the early 19th century and its influence in American society and culture at-large. Topics included the building of the Washington Square Arch, the rise and decline of Bohemian art culture, and racial and ethnic integration. close
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