The Bowery Boys: New York City History

#67 Guggenheim Museum

Episode Summary

The spiral-ramped wonder that is the Guggenheim Museum began as the dream of two colorful characters -- a severe German artist and her rich patron art-lover. So how did they convince the most famous architect in the world to sign on to their dream for a modern art "museum temple"?

Episode Notes

The spiral-ramped wonder that is the Guggenheim Museum began as the dream of two colorful characters -- a severe German artist and her rich patron art-lover. So how did they convince the most famous architect in the world to sign on to their dream for a modern art "museum temple"? 

Come meander with us through the Guggenheim's quirky history. Co-starring Robert Moses! 

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