Vessel new york

Vessel is a public art installation located in Hudson Yards, a new neighborhood in Manhattan, New York City. It's a unique and interactive sculpture that has become a popular tourist attraction and a symbol of the area.

Here are some interesting facts about Vessel:

  1. Design: Vessel was designed by Heatherwick Studio, a British architecture firm led by Thomas Heatherwick. The sculpture is made up of 154 interconnected flights of stairs, 80 landings, and 250 steps.
  2. Size: Vessel stands 150 feet tall and covers an area of 10,000 square feet.
  3. Materials: The sculpture is made of steel and aluminum, with a stainless steel exterior and a concrete core.
  4. Interactive: Vessel is designed to be interactive, allowing visitors to climb up and down the stairs, explore the nooks and crannies, and take in the views of the city.
  5. Accessibility: The sculpture is wheelchair accessible, with ramps and elevators providing access to all levels.
  6. Lighting: Vessel is illuminated at night, making it a popular spot for nighttime photography and selfies.
  7. Cost: The cost of building Vessel was estimated to be around $200 million.
  8. Opening: Vessel opened to the public in March 2019, after a year of construction.
  9. Popularity: Vessel has become one of the most popular tourist attractions in New York City, with over 1 million visitors in its first year.
  10. Awards: Vessel has won several awards, including the 2020 American Institute of Architects (AIA) New York State Design Award.

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