Murray Hill in Manhattan in New York County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Migrations
(Armenian Genocide Memorial)
Photographed by Larry Gertner, March 29, 2019
1. Migrations plaque
Stainless steel, bronze
Michael Aram
American, born 1963
Gift of the artist, 2015
This piece commemorates the Armenian genocide of 1915. The work symbolizes the “migration” of souls, of spirit, and of place. The shape references “khatchars” – medieval Armenian stone cross markers. Arams “Khatchar”: has a void in the shape of former Armenian provinces. The map is turned on its side, signifying upheaval. The missing piece suggests the emptying of Armenians from their homelands. Birds symbolize the souls of the dead, separation, faith and a return home – even to the destroyed nest. The mirror image of ourselves in the piece invites reflection of shared family histories and serves as a testimony to the successful journey of those who survived.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Disasters. A significant historical year for this entry is 1915.
Location. 40° 44.701′ N, 73° 58.532′ W. Marker is in Manhattan, New York, in New York County. It is in Murray Hill. It is on Second Avenue north of East 34th Street, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map.
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Regionally, this marker is in New York City. It is also in the American Northeast, in the Mid-Atlantic, and on the Eastern Seaboard. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Netherland and also one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Father Damien (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Murray Hill WWI Memorial (about 600 feet away); Malvina Hoffman (approx. 0.2 miles away); Sniffen Court (approx. 0.2 miles away); E34th Street (approx. Ό mile away); Memorial Light (approx. Ό mile away); 152 East 38th Street (approx. Ό mile away); The Gabarron Foundation (approx. Ό mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Manhattan.
Another marker is no longer nearby. St. Vartans Park (was about 700 feet away but has been confirmed missing).
Also see . . . Armenian Genocide.
Photographed by Larry Gertner, March 29, 2019
2. "Migrations"
Photographed by Larry Gertner, July 9, 2010
3. St. Vartan Cathedral of the Armenian Orthodox Church and complex, 630 Second Avenue
The sculpture is in the church plaza.
Credits. This page was last revised on January 31, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 28, 2020, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. This page has been viewed 387 times since then and 34 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on July 28, 2020, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.
