The Column of Columbus is today a controversial monument, but when it was erected in 1892, it was a symbol of America's progress and was a major part of New York's 400th anniversary celebration of Columbus. Erected by Italian-Americans, it demonstrates how many different groups in New York celebrated Columbus and use the architecture of antiquity to do so.

Antiquity in Gotham - Ep. 2: Column of Columbus

As an archaeologist and architectural historian in New York, Elizabeth investigates the reuse and reinterpretation of ancient architecture in New York City. Listen to her  podcast to learn more about NYC's columns, arches, and temples. Check out her new book, Classical New York, out from Fordham University Press.

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As an archaeologist and architectural historian in New York, Elizabeth investigates the reuse and reinterpretation of ancient architecture in New York City. Listen to her podcast to learn more about NYC's columns, arches, and temples. Check out her new book, Classical New York, out from Fordham University Press.

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Antiquity in Gotham - Ep. 2: Column of Columbus

Antiquity in Gotham - Ep. 2: Column of Columbus