Scarsdale Adult School Catalog Fall/Winter 2024-25
Secrets, Myths, and Legends of Grand Central Terminal A $20 million jewel displayed in plain sight, secret platforms for presidents, and an embarrassing error on the Terminal’s ceiling for all to see are among the many stories behind
the 110-year-old Grand Central Terminal. Which are true and which are myths? Learn about the tales and secrets of Grand Central Terminal's history, construction, ceiling, hidden bar, and more, through a narrated virtual tour of this magnificent Beaux Arts building. GINNY POLEMAN (see bio for “Walking Tour: Financial District”). Wednesday, March 26 • 11:00am-12:00pm • Shaarei Tikvah • Course 13180 • $30
Walking Tour: Grand Central Terminal How many times have you walked with speed and purpose through Grand Central Terminal without stopping to look at this world class landmark? Visit this transportation hub as a destination unto itself to gain new appreciation for this magnificent beaux arts building. Learn about the hidden and more obvious secrets of Grand Central Terminal. GINNY POLEMAN (see bio for “Walking Tour: Financial District”). Thursday, January 16 • 11:00am-1:00pm • Grand Central Terminal • Course 12983 • $50
Walking Tour: Farley Post Office and Penn Station's Moynihan Train Hall The 1912 James A. Farley Post Office is one of the neighborhood. See how this beaux arts beauty is being painstakingly restored to its former glory, and how the rest of the building was repurposed as a new, modern train hall, honoring the original Penn Station. GINNY POLEMAN (see bio for “Walking Tour: Financial District”). Thursday, February 6 • 11:00am-1:00pm • TBD in NYC • Course 12984 • $50 last vestiges of McKim, Mead, & White’s architectural designs in the Penn Station
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