Noticing: Public Spaces of Midtown — TGIF Edition (Group Walk)

​This special weekday edition of Noticing: Public Spaces of Midtown offers a chance to see the neighborhood at its most alive—when the city is in full motion. This isn’t just a tour, but an ode to one of New York’s most misunderstood areas. Together, we’ll explore public green spaces, arcades, Privately Owned Public Spaces (POPS), plazas, and more. Attendees are guaranteed to leave with a deeper appreciation of Midtown.

​This walk encourages attendees to develop a deeper awareness of their surroundings, learn about local history, and even make new friends. Be prepared to look around, pay attention, and discuss your findings.

​​Duration: 2–3 hrs | Distance: 4 miles

​Location: This walk begins at Starvos Library (455 5th Ave, New York, NY 10016) a short walk from the Bryant Park B, D, F, M and 7 trains. We'll explore midtown and end the walk at Bryant Park.

Materials: Cameras, field recorders, notebooks, pencils, portable scanners, etc. are encouraged, but not required. Please wear comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and bring plenty of water!

Price: This walk operates on a pay-what-you-can basis. There is a $5 fee to book your spot. At the end of the walk, you can pay whatever you feel the walk was worth (cash or card both accepted). Most participants choose to pay between $30-$50 per person.

About Alex Wolfe is a writer and artist from Iowa. His writing has appeared in The New York Times, and his work is held in the collections of the New York Public Library and the Joan Flasch Artists’ Book Collection. He has led workshops and guest lectured for Princeton University, the Swiss Institute, the Municipal Art Society of New York, and Parsons School of Design. He writes the newsletter Pedestrian and is currently at work on his debut novel, Repeater.