Garment District in Manhattan in New York County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
The New York Herald
— Herald Square —
Photographed By Craig Baker, June 6, 2022
1. New York Herald Marker
This park was named for the newspaper that was once headquartered directly to its north. The City of New York acquired the site in 1846 as part of the opening of Bloomingdale Road (now Broadway). By the early 20th century, many printers and newspaper publishers had located in the area. The New York Herald, founded by James Gordon Bennett in 1835, was best known for its sensational coverage of scandal and crime and for its enormous circulation. Herald Square's centerpiece - a monument to Bennett and his son - houses a sculpture and clock that formerly topped the Herald building. The bronze figures include Minerva, the goddess of wisdom and invention, and two bell ringing blacksmiths. The clock and figures were installed on the monument in 1940, and the blacksmith's "Stuff and Guit" or "Gog and Magog" have chimed the hours ever since.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Communications • Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 1846.
Location. 40° 45.022′ N, 73° 59.257′ W. Marker is in Manhattan, New York, in New York County. It is in the Garment District. Marker is at the intersection of 6th Avenue and West 35th Street, on the left when traveling north on 6th Avenue. Located in Herald
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. James Gordon Bennett Monument (a few steps from this marker); Macy’s (a few steps from this marker); a different marker also named Macy’s (within shouting distance of this marker); R.H. Macy & Company (within shouting distance of this marker); Herald Square (within shouting distance of this marker); Broadway at 35th Street (within shouting distance of this marker); Broadway Tabernacle Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Jackie Robinson (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Manhattan.
Photographed By Craig Baker, June 6, 2022
2. New York Herald Marker
The marker lays flat in the sidewalk, at the base of the James Gordon Bennett Monument.
Photographed By Craig Baker, June 6, 2022
3. Above the Marker
The James Gordon Bennett Monument.
Photographed By Craig Baker, June 6, 2022
4. Nearby Bronze Owl
Formerly topped the Herald building.
Credits. This page was last revised on January 31, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 6, 2022, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. This page has been viewed 178 times since then and 34 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on June 6, 2022, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California.
