696 Madison Avenue

A neo-Grec style residence designed by J.H. Valentine and built in 1878-79. Application is to legalize the installation of a storefront and awning without Landmarks Preservation Commission permit(s) , and to install heat lamps at the storefront.

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Socrates Sculpture Garden

Socrates Sculpture Park, A Day Out With FRIENDS

Ever wonder what’s going on along the Queens waterfront when you look across the East River? Join FRIENDS for an afternoon exploring the Socrates Sculpture Park and find out.

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740 Madison Avenue

740 Madison Avenue

An Italianate style residence designed by John G. Prague and built in 1879-1880. Application is to legalize the installation of rooftop mechanical equipment without Landmarks Preservation Commission Permit(s).

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1 East 78th Street

1 East 78th Street

A French Classical style mansion designed by Horace Trumbauer and built in 1909-1912. Application is to modify a masonry opening, construct a breezeway, and install a barrier-free access lift.

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785 Park Avenue

785 Park Avenue

A modern style apartment building designed by George F. Pelham, Jr. and built in 1939-1940. Application is to reclad and alter the base of the building.

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125-127 East 93rd Street

125-127 East 93rd Street

A neo-Medieval style apartment building designed by George F. Pelham and built in 1924. Application is to establish a master plan governing the future replacement of windows.

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127 East 71st Street

127 East 71st Street

A house originally built circa 1865 and modified in the Modern style by Joseph D. Weiss in 1955. Application is to construct a rear yard addition.

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Join FRIENDS for ‘Un-Happy’ Hour at Soon-to-Close Subway Inn

As you may now know, the Subway Inn will officially close its doors this month after nearly 80 years on East 60th street. Join FRIENDS for an ‘Un-Happy Hour’ as we say goodbye to an Upper East Side institution.

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summer 2014 newsletter

Summer 2014 Newsletter Available for Download

Stay updated on all of the latest FRIENDS news with our Summer 2014 Newsletter! Become a member today to receive our printed newsletter in the mail, guaranteeing the most up-to-date news on the landmarks and historic districts of the Upper East Side.

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700 Park Avenue

700 Park Avenue

An apartment building designed by Kahn & Jacobs, Paul Resnick, and Harry F. Green and built in 1959. Application is to replace doors and alter planters.

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