History of Greenwich Village

Because of NYU's long-term presence in Greenwich Village, the Archives holds extensive material documenting the history of the area. Books, clippings, and papers written by students in the Public History program all provide information on the area, while our extensive photograph collection illustrates the changing face of the neighborhood.

In addition to this general information, highlights include:

• Northern Dispensary Collection
• Washington Square Association records, 1908-1979

Digital Resources

• View selected photographs of Greenwich Village
• View selected photographs of Washington Square Arch