Though the architecture of New York may seem like postmodern chaos trapped in a grid, The City Reliquary’s current exhibit spotlights a common thread which connects some of the boroughs most precious monuments. Rosendale Cement - A Natural Beginning for the Landmarks of New York City! features a display of vintage cement bags used to transport Rosendale Natural Cement for the construction of The Brooklyn Bridge, the Statue of Liberty pedestal, The Natural History Museum, Times Building, Hotel Algonquin, Grand Central Station, and other blockbusters in the five boroughs. Various objects used to mine the cement (including an antique box for dynamite) and photographs of the structures at the time of their completion are also on display. Witness the beautiful and ornate edifices in person with a guided bike tour of the various buildings immediately following a talk by leading Rosendale Natural Cement Historian.

1 - 2 PM - Please join us for a lecture by Dietrich Werner, President of the Century House Historical Society in Rosendale, NY and Leading Historian on Natural Cement.

2:00 - 3:30 PM: Bike Tour; Following the lecture, we will lead a free bike tour of some of NYC’s Natural cement landmarks. Route T.B.D. Dress warm and wear a helmet.

Saturday November 10th, 12 - 6 PM FREE!
@ The City Reliquary : 370 Metropolitan Ave at Havemeyer
718 R U CIVIC (718-782-4842) | www.cityreliquary.org