Mulry Square, Public square in Greenwich Village, New York, US
Mulry Square is a triangular plaza where Greenwich Avenue and Seventh Avenue South meet in Greenwich Village. The space is bounded by a fence that displays thousands of decorative tiles created as a collaborative art project.
The square is named after Thomas M. Mulry, founder of the Emigrant Savings Bank and a social reformer in the early 1900s. The ceramic tiles that now cover the fence were installed as a response to the September 11 attacks, with contributions from communities across the country.
The commemorative tiles lining the square are visited by people who want to remember those affected by the 9/11 attacks. The space has become a gathering place where different communities connect through shared remembrance.
The square is accessible by several subway lines and offers a central location for exploring Greenwich Village. Visitors should allow time to look closely at the tiles, as they contain detailed patterns and personal messages.
The plaza has a distinctive wedge shape that art historians have discussed as a possible inspiration for Edward Hopper's painting Nighthawks. This geometric form continues to intrigue visitors and art enthusiasts who pass through the space.
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