Welcome to the Block!

Saint Mark’s Place. The very image that comes to the mind of a New York native is significantly covered in graffiti and studded leather. My initial intention for writing this paper was to cover a block with a reputation for having a major influence on the New York punk scene of previous decades. What I discovered through my research was that St. Mark’s has a rich history dating back to the early years of the grid formation in lower Manhattan, which is peppered with appearances by many of history’s significant characters.  To access the full paper head to the page marked “The Whole Story,” for a visual journey through time, head to the Gallery, and for more reading material, click on the page that says “Sources.”