One of the five boroughs of New York City, The Bronx is known for its stunning waterfront which occupies a majority of the land, diverse culture and parks. However it is most recognized for being the birthplace of the famous New York Yankees baseball team and the origin of hip hop. Bronx is a treasure that has loads to offer. From resplendent parks to exquisite restaurants and art deco marvels Bronx brings together a blend of culture, commerce and history. The Bronx Zoo, New York Botanical Garden and Woodlawn Cemetry are must visits while in Bronx. The Yankee Stadium is a mecca for baseball fans and worth going to. Bronx has the distinction of housing the Co-op City, which is the largest co-operative housing development settlement in the world and certainly a point of interest for economists, architects and academicians. A trip to Bronx is incomplete without exploring the culinary indulgences. From little eateries to fine dining restaurants, lively bars and charming cafes, this borough greets you to a gourmet haven. The Hub, Gateway Center and Southern Boulevard are the primary shopping centers in Bronx that feature everything from bespoke boutiques to street markets. Boasting of a rich cultural and artistic landscape, Bronx is home to a number of Off-Off Broadway theaters, The Bronx Museum of Arts, the Poe Cottage where Edgar Allan Poe spent his final days and the 1520 Sedgwick Avenue building in whose recreation room hip hop was formed.
Located in the 478-acre (193 hectares) Green-Wood Cemetery is the resting place of the soda fountain inventor, John Matthews. Designed by Karl Muller, this stone monument features a sarcophagus of Matthews and several sculptures of dragons and bears. The late ‘Soda Fountain King’ was responsible for making carbonated water popular in the country. He invented simple equipments that could make and dispense soda water easily.
Union West Events situated on West 28th Street offers over 18,000 square feet (1672.25 square meters) of event spaces. The many event venues like The Gallery, The Champagne Room, The Great Room, The Sun Room, and The Parlor are situated within the Union West Events. All these event spaces are of different sizes, equipped with all the amenities, and are flexible making them ideal for hosting a wide range of events. Everything from catering, event management and successful execution of your events will be taken care of by their efficient team.
The Loft at City Winery is an intimate event space that plays host to everything from concerts and small-scale theater productions to lectures and seminars. The wooden flooring, wooden seats and table, small stage and the bright yellow lighting used here gives this place a rather rustic vibe. You can enjoy an entertaining show while sipping wine made in-house and relishing freshly made delicious small-plates. its flexible nature and excellent AV amenities make The Loft at City Winery ideal for hosting all kinds of corporate and private events as well.
Set in HERE Arts Center, Dorothy B. Williams Theatre is a well-known performance arts center in the area. This small theater features raised theater-style seating arrangements, which offers clear views of the stage. It has high-quality light and sound systems. The theater offers space to host classes, auditions, conferences, readings, meetings, presentations and more.