Gazing at the Church of the Intercession, have you ever considered its remarkable journey? The Church of the Intercession stands as a testament to the enduring power of faith and community. The original congregation formed in 1846 in a small hamlet known as Carmansville. Audubon and Morewood, prominent figures of their time, yearned for Episcopal services within their community. Initially, services took place in the parlor of the Morewood home, near present-day 155th Street and St. Nicholas Avenue. The first church building, a Victorian Gothic structure, arose on West 154th Street and Tenth Avenue. Years later, in 1872, a second church was built at 158th Street and Grand Boulevard (now Broadway). Unfortunately, financial difficulties plagued the parish. The rector, aware of Trinity Church’s plan to build a chapel on their uptown cemetery property, began negotiations. The Church of the Intercession then became a Trinity Chapel. This led to the construction of the magnificent structure we admire today. The Church of the Intercession found its final home within the serene grounds of Trinity Church Cemetery. Bertram Grosvenor Goodhue, a renowned architect of the Gothic Revival style, designed the present Church of the Intercession. Completed between 1912 and 1915, the church is considered Goodhue’s masterpiece. Look closely and you’ll see his masterful blending of architectural styles. The narrow, tall entrances echo the English Perpendicular style. The tracery of the pointed windows displays characteristics of the Decorated Period. The tower hints at the Tudor style. The Church of the Intercession served as a Trinity Chapel until 1976, when it regained its independence. It continues to serve as a spiritual haven in the vibrant tapestry of New York City.
Richard Rodgers Theatre
Ever felt the magic of a Broadway show? Right here stands the Richard Rodgers Theatre a beacon of theatrical history.