Empty lots can be bothersome eyesores, but they often reveal one of New York City's hidden historical gems: the faded outlines of the buildings that once stood there. Ephemeral New York has photographs of several of the more interesting phantom buildings, most of which show the shadows of quaint Federal-style homes or small chimneyed buildings. Some of the addresses are easily identified, like 288 Hudson Street in Tribeca, which now has a parking facility, but most are mysterious, so we're beginning a quest to identify these long-gone buildings. Hit up the tipline if you have any clues, and while you're at it, send along photos of other phantom buildings, if you've got 'em.
· Faded Outlines of Phantom Manhattan Buildings [ENY]
· Ghostly Outlines of Long-Gone New York Buildings [ENY]
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