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The Meatpacking District, New York
Lessons
The Meatpacking District is a neighbourhood in
the New York City borough of Manhattan
which has developed a distinctive identity and
is home to a thriving residential community. In
1900 the area was home to 250
slaughterhouses and packing plants but by the
1980’s, it had become known as a centre for
drug dealing and prostitution. Beginning in the
late 1990’s, the Meatpacking District went
through a major transformation.
The area now hosts a number of events and
activities including: Farmers markets, culinary
tasting events, outdoor concerts, marketing
and promotional events, cultural and
educational programming, public art and
performances, fashion events, photo, television
and film shoots. The Meatpacking District is now
known as one of New York’s most fashionable
neighbourhoods.
Noteworthy example of distinctive neighbourhoods where residential communities thrive. Through
the imaginative use of public spaces, the use of events and the addition of inspiring retail and
restaurant provision, neighbourhoods can transform in areas such as the Georgian Quarter and
Irish Town. Historical and cultural roots can often provide the basis for the distinction.
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