Friends of the Upper East Side
Historic Districts

Following our great success in expanding the Upper East Side Historic District, FRIENDS is launching a historic resource survey of Yorkville. We are beginning broadly, studying a wide swath of the Upper East Side from 59th-96th Streets, Lexington Avenue to the East River. This massive undertaking requires a major group effort, so we are enlisting volunteers to help with the campaign. Surveyors will first come to the office for a quick introduction and then hit the streets equipped with clipboards, cameras and a discerning eye. You can join us for just one block or all 150!

Volunteers record basic building information, such as address, block and lot, number of stories, window type, building material and style. Surveyors will also take digital photos of each building. An interest or experience in historic preservation, architectural history or related field is desirable.

Contact Tara Kelly at 212-535-2526 or tkelly@friends-ues.org if you would like to help!