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Grand Central StationRailroad terminal in New York City. It was designed and built (1903–13) by Reed & Stem in collaboration with the firm of Warren & Wetmore; the latter firm is credited with the aesthetics of the huge structure. The concourse, with its 125-ft (43-m) ceiling vault painted with constellations, was one of the largest enclosed spaces of its time. A gem of the Beaux-Arts style, the terminal looks as though it could have been transported from 1870s France. Atop the symmetrical main facade is a large clock and sculptures of an American eagle and Roman deities. In the late 20th century the station was lavishly restored; this restoration effort brought national attention to the importance of preserving architectural landmarks. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The 32-story, 926,122 s/f office tower stands adjacent to Grand Central Terminal on Lexington Avenue between 46th and 47th Streets. After being arrested three times for using a women's bathroom at Grand Central Terminal, where she worked, the former Henry McGuinness filed a complaint with the city's human rights commission, which sided with her. ``A lot of old movies, if they had an airport scene, it was shot there at the old Grand Central terminal,'' said Rosemarie Ibanez of the Glendale Historical Society. |
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