New York Upper East Side Art and Architecture Tour

New York Upper East Side Architecture, Art and City Tour

Explore the Upper East Side: New York’s Gilded Age and Modern Architectural Marvels

The Upper East Side is a neighborhood where the grandeur of New York’s Gilded Age meets cutting-edge modern design. With its stately townhouses and world-renowned cultural institutions, this iconic area offers a unique glimpse into the city’s evolution through architecture and art. On this expertly guided tour, delve into the ornate legacy of the Victorian era with highlights such as the Henry Clay Frick Mansion, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the French Consulate. Contrast these historic treasures with modern masterpieces, including Frank Lloyd Wright’s Guggenheim Museum and Marcel Breuer’s former Whitney Museum, showcasing how the Upper East Side bridges tradition and innovation.

Tour Highlights: Architectural and Cultural Gems

• Central Park (Calvert Vaux & Frederick Law Olmsted, 1858): The iconic green heart of Manhattan.
• Frick Collection, (Carrère & Hastings, 1914): A mansion turned museum, epitomizing Gilded Age elegance.
• Metropolitan Museum of Art (Calvert Vaux, 1874; McKim, Mead & White, 1904): One of the largest and most prestigious art museums in the world.
• Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum (Frank Lloyd Wright, 1959): A revolutionary design that redefined museum architecture.
• Former Whitney Museum (Marcel Breuer, 1966): A Brutalist icon, now home to the Frick Madison.
• French Consulate (Walker & Gillette, 1926): A neoclassical gem reflecting transatlantic architectural influence.
• Museum of the City of New York (Joseph J. Freedlander, 1929): A celebration of NYC’s history and culture, with your tour ticket included.
• Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum (Andrew Carnegie Mansion): A hub of design and innovation.

Your guide:
Dr. Ivan Shumkov is a New York based licensed architect, urban planner, entrepreneur, and professor with more than 20 years of experience across the private, public, and academic sectors. He is the founder of Build World and Build Academy, organizations dedicated to providing professional solutions and education for the built environment.

Ivan combines his experience of practicing and teaching architecture with his passion for discovering and sharing the history and secrets of New York. His tours provoke curiosity, show hidden urban gems, and give opportunities for experiencing and understanding art and architecture in a unique way. He helps his guests to see and connect the city through the eyes of an architect. They are activated and transformed by these immersive experiences and view the city in a new way.

Learn more about our tours at www.buildtours.com.