Center for Book Arts, New York City

#1227 among attractions in New York City

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Center for Book Arts is a non-profit arts organization, founded in 1974. It is the first organization of its kind in the United States dedicated to contemporary interpretations of the book as an art object while preserving traditional practices of the art of the book. ()

Coordinates: 40°44'41"N, 73°59'24"W

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Midtown Manhattan (NoMad)New York City United States

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Day trips

Center for Book Arts – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Flatiron Building, Museum of Sex, Madison Square Park Fountain, Madison Square Park.

~1360 ftS
Landmark triangular 22-story building
Flatiron Building, New York City
7 min walk • The Flatiron Building, an iconic landmark gracing the skyline of New York City, stands as a testament to early 20th-century architecture. Located at 175 Fifth Avenue in Manhattan, this triangular 22-story steel-framed structure was completed in 1902 and has since...
~750 ftSE
Exhibits regarding human sexuality
Museum of Sex, New York City
4 min walk • The Museum of Sex, a provocative and intriguing destination, stands out among New York City's myriad cultural institutions. Located at 233 Fifth Avenue, this museum is dedicated to exploring the history, evolution, and cultural significance of human sexuality.
~1210 ftS
Monuments and statues
Madison Square Park Fountain, New York City
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Manhattan, Madison Square Park Fountain is a scenic oasis amid the bustling cityscape of New York City. This charming fountain, though less grandiose than its counterparts across the city, offers a tranquil respite for locals and tourists alike...
~1150 ftSE
Urban oasis with Flatiron Building views
Madison Square Park, New York City
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Manhattan, Madison Square Park is an urban oasis amidst the bustling cityscape of New York City. This verdant park, spanning over six acres, offers a tranquil retreat for residents and tourists alike who are looking to escape the relentless pace...
~820 ftS
Square
Worth Square, New York City
4 min walk • Tucked away in the bustling heart of New York City, Worth Square is a petite yet significant urban park that offers a tranquil reprieve from the surrounding cityscape. This park, located at the intersection of Broadway, Fifth Avenue, and 25th Street, neighbors the...
~1350 ftNW
Museum, Specialty museum, Art gallery
Museum at FIT, New York City
7 min walk • The Fashion Institute of Technology is a public college in New York City. It is part of the State University of New York and focuses on art, business, design, mass communication, and technology connected to the fashion industry. It was founded in 1944.
~1240 ftSE
Neo-renaissance architecture, Tower, Architecture
The New York EDITION, New York City
6 min walk • The Metropolitan Life Insurance Company Tower, is a skyscraper occupying a full block in the Flatiron District of Manhattan in New York City.
~1150 ftSE
Art Deco architecture
Metropolitan Life North Building, New York City
6 min walk • The Metropolitan Life North Building, now known as Eleven Madison, is a 30-story art deco skyscraper in the Flatiron District adjacent to Madison Square Park in Manhattan, New York City, at 11-25 Madison Avenue.
~830 ftNE
Church
Marble Collegiate Church, New York City
5 min walk • The Marble Collegiate Church, founded in 1628, is one of the oldest continuous Protestant congregations in North America.
~1460 ftN
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Event space
Church of St. Francis of Assisi, New York City
8 min walk • The Church of St. Francis of Assisi is a parish church under the authority of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New York, and is located at 135–139 West 31st Street, Manhattan, New York City. The parish is staffed by the Order of Friars Minor.
~1350 ftSE
Monuments and statues
Appellate Division Courthouse of New York State, New York City
7 min walk • The Appellate Division Courthouse of New York State, First Department is a historic court house located at 35 East 25th Street at the corner of Madison Avenue, across from Madison Square Park, in Manhattan, New York City.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Center for Book Arts?

Nearby attractions include Everard Baths, New York City (2 min walk), Trinity Chapel Complex, New York City (2 min walk), NoMad, New York City (3 min walk), Museum of Sex, New York City (4 min walk).

How to get to Center for Book Arts by public transport?

The nearest stations to Center for Book Arts:

Metro

28th Street • Lines: N, Q, R, W (4 min walk)
23rd Street • Lines: <F>, F, Hob–33, Jsq–33, JSQ–33 via HOB, M (6 min walk)

Bus

West 23rd Street & 6th Avenue (6 min walk)
West 31st Street & 6th Avenue • Lines: M5 (6 min walk)

Train

New York Penn Station (11 min walk)
Pennsylvania Station (14 min walk)

Ferry

Midtown/West 39th Street (34 min walk)