I extend my sincerest thanks to the following for making the February 26 , 2020 broadcast possible: Catherine Ladnier and John Mickey Robinson; Kevin M. J. O'Connor of The Jeffrey Matthews Group; Sue Hill McClenachan and listeners to the Greenwich, A Town For All Seasons Show on Radio 1490 WGCH and WGCH.com anywhere.
A marvel of engineering, architecture, and vision, Grand Central Terminal's Beaux Arts structure on 42nd Street housed an underground electric train station that would revolutionize the way people traveled and transform midtown Manhattan.
Built in 1913, Grand Central Terminal is the world’s largest in terms of platforms—there are 44 of them serving 63 tracks—and its famed for its elaborate details such as the magnificent celestial ceiling mural and the iconic four-faced clock -worth an estimated $10–20 million in the main hall.
On the Wednesday, February 26, 2020 broadcast we’re taking a walk down memory lane and diving head first into the history of this legendary railway terminal with Wendy. She is a docent with Grand Central Terminal Tours, licensed operators from the MTA and Metro North. Official self-guided tours are available for you in seven languages. Learn more at grandcentralterminal.com. All docents are expertly trained by The Municipal Art Society.
Did you know that on the eve of its opening more than 150,000 people eagerly rushed to Grand Central Terminal to gaze at New York City's newest landmark? What captivated them? You'll learn about its Beau Arts design and what was so revolutionary about its circulation plan.
Wendy Felton illuminated us about Grand Central Terminal's architects and lesser known elements that surprises visitors even in the 21st century. Ever hear of the kissing galleries?
I want to express my heartfelt thanks to Grand Central Terminal Tours, licensed operators from the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) and Metro North Railroad. They were a pleasure to work with. Official self-guided tours are available for you in seven languages. All docents are expertly trained by The Municipal Art Society. Learn more at grandcentralterminal.com.
You'll have on opportunity to see Grand Central Terminal as never before. Be engaged, energized and inspired on my special small-group journeys into history.
I'm delighted to announce a partnership with my new friends at Grand Central Terminal Tours. We'll be personally escorted by docents immersed in this landmark's precious history.
And there's more!
Starting today and through September 2, 2020 we're featuring a new segment: Rightfully Hers. Inspired by the new exhibit An Unfinished Revolution: The Woman's Suffrage Centennial at the Greenwich Historical Society you'll be treated to historical factoids from the exhibit on each broadcast focusing on granting women the right to vote. Listen to my conversation with Guest Curator Kathy Craughwell-Varda on the January 15, 2020 show (Click here)
Greenwich, A Town For All Seasons airs on Radio 1490 WGCH Greenwich, Connecticut USA, FM 105.5 Stamford and WGCH.com anywhere via live audio streaming. The show is hosted by Jeffrey Bingham Mead, a direct descendant of the 17th century founders of Greenwich, Connecticut. It is the first show ever focused on the stories of Greenwich history as well as that of area communities. Tune-in every-other Wednesday morning after the top-of-the-hour 9:00 a.m. news. You can contact the host at GreenwichATownForAllSeasons@gmail.com.
