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Rockefeller Center is a complex of 19 commercial buildings covering 22 acres (89,000 m 2 ) between 48th and 51st Streets in New York City . Commissioned by the Rockefeller family , it is located in the center of Midtown Manhattan , spanning the area between Fifth Avenue and Sixth Avenue . It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1987.
Rockefeller Center was named after John D. Rockefeller, Jr. , who leased the space from Columbia University in 1928 and developed it beginning in 1930. Rockefeller initially planned a syndicate to build an opera house for the Metropolitan Opera on the site, but changed plans after the stock market crash of 1929 and the Metropolitan's continual delays to hold out for a more favorable lease, causing Rockefeller to move forward without them. Rockefeller stated, "It was clear that there were only two courses op
Today on AD, architect Adam Rolston takes us on an insightful walking tour of Rockefeller Center, exploring the history and details of New York City's most famous holiday season destination. From the history behind the towering art deco 30 Rockefeller Plaza to the iconic ice skating rink and smaller details you may not be aware of, come along as Adam explores and explains everything there is to know about Rockefeller Plaza. Director: Hiatt Woods Director of Photography: Eric Brouse Editor: Tristen Rogers Ta