Greenwich Village in Manhattan in New York County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Anaïs Nin
1903-1977
Renowned writer Anais Nin operated her printing press here in the 1940s, where she personally helped produce some of her earliest publications, including their artwork and typeface, regarding these as an extension of her creative process. Her work here helped connect her to a larger publisher and wider audience, eventually inspiring generations of writers and thinkers.
Erected by Village Preservation.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Communications • Women.
Location. 40° 44.098′ N, 73° 59.582′ W. Marker is in Manhattan, New York, in New York County. It is in Greenwich Village. Marker is on East 13th Street west of University Place, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 17 East 13th St, New York NY 10003, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Ninth Regiment New York State (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); 70 Fifth Avenue (about 400 feet away); Lincoln Building (about 400 feet away); Martha Graham (1894-1991) (about 400 feet away); Frank O'Hara (about 400 feet away); The Salmagundi Club (about 500 feet away); New York City Garment Workers (about 500 feet away); Police Athletic League Building (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Manhattan.
Also see . . .
1. Anaïs Nin. Wikipedia entry (Submitted on June 22, 2022, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
2. The 1911 Erskine Press Building - 17 East 13th Street. Daytonian in Manhattan website entry (Submitted on June 22, 2022, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
Credits. This page was last revised on January 31, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 22, 2022, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. This page has been viewed 162 times since then and 34 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on June 22, 2022, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.