Astor House, Broadway and Vesey Street

Astor House, Broadway and Vesey Street - 1911

Panoramic view from Broadway of the old Astor House on the west side of Broadway and Vesey Street (on the left), north of St. Paul's Chapel. The historic Astor House was built by John Jacob Astor and opened its doors in 1836. Photo shows crowded street scene, street cars, horses, carriages, automobiles, and pedestrians. Source: Library of Congress.