Telling the Art Deco Story of Staten Island

From the ferry terminal at St. George to Tottenville on the south shore, join architectural historian Matt Postal for a virtual exploration of Staten Island Deco in the 1930s.In this richly illustrated Zoom presentation, discover the "forgotten" borough's varied Art Deco treasures, such as the Ambassador Arms, an ornate, terracotta-encrusted apartment house; the Bayley Seton Hospital complex; a Robert Moses pool and bathhouse; as well as New York's other Paramount, a shuttered gem in Stapleton designed by the prominent theater designers Rapp & Rapp -  and so much more!

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Also in the spotlight are memorable public murals sponsored by the WPA Art Program, including unsung works by the painters Frederick Charles Stahr and Axel Horn.

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Can't join us at the time of the live event? No problem! Those who register will receive a recording of the entire program a few days after the live presentation. When you sign up for the program you have the opportunity to watch, or rewatch, the recording at a time more convenient for your schedule.

Our guide, Matt Postal, is an architectural historian, specializing in 20th century architecture and the co-author of The Guide to NYC Landmarks.

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