The Campbell Palm Court, a lounge oasis that overlooks the main terminal, is very Jay Gatsby-approved: Bright green palm trees flank the bar and the high table seating area, where red and blue Rattan bar stools add a posh, old-school pool vibe. It’s essentially what you picture in your mind’s eye while sipping an old-fashioned. Campbell’s grandiose office is what serves as The Campbell Bar, where the custom wood, mohair and leather furnishings are complemented by deep tones of hunter green and midnight blue. While The Campbell Apartment functioned as one space, The Campbell has been designed to operate as three unique experiences: The Campbell Bar, The Campbell Palm Court, and The Campbell Terrace. Fortunately, this blast from the past now includes a literal blast of air, as the recent renovations blessedly included newly installed air conditioning. You don’t have to be a history buff to admire the century-old leaded glass window or Campbell’s own steel safe, but there’s no denying that the atmosphere is like a trip back in time. Yours will be, too, when you see the towering 25-foot hand painted ceilings, grand stone fireplace, and original millwork. He isn’t exaggerating-our breath has been stolen. The end result is a breathtaking revitalization that brings the historic venue seamlessly into the 21st century while paying homage to its storied past.” “We focused on restoring the space’s original features, while utilizing traditional materials and design features whenever possible. “As soon as you enter The Campbell, the sense of history is palpable,” said designer Randy Kemper, who maintained the thirteenth century Florentine-inspired details. Ingrao Inc., the company responsible for its latest makeover, was intent on preserving this integrity from the start and respecting the landmark protection that guards the space.
were busy cutting deals and enjoying the musical stylings of 1920s piano jazz, the aesthetic has largely remained the same. Though it’s undergone expensive restoration efforts since Campbell and co. Touted as one of Grand Central’s top hidden secrets by Travel + Leisure, this opulent space has never needed trickery to retain its speakeasy status. Tucked away in the southwest corner and accessible from the Balcony Level, the Campbell Apartment originally served as the office and oft-times reception hall of financier and railroad executive John W. If you travel through Grand Central Terminal every day and find yourself scratching your head right now, don’t worry-that was sort of the point. After being purchased in 2016 by the Gerber Group and closing for a brief period of time for renovations, The Campbell Apartment stepped into its own metaphorical phone booth and emerged Superman-style as simply The Campbell–same good looks and mysterious aura, but upgraded and ready to save the world…or at least those thirsty masses. And that’s exactly what The Campbell Apartment, a hidden treasure beloved by in-the-know Grand Central aficionados, achieved for over a decade and a half. There’s something to be said, though, for a venue that manages to evade us without trying. After all, potent drinks, exclusivity and Gatsby-esque charm will take you far in a city renowned for not sleeping and its endless waitlists.ĭon’t get us wrong-we, too, love the thrill of entering PDT through a telephone booth in a hotdog joint (after dialing a secret number from said phone booth) or leaving our digits with the bouncer in front of the nondescript door at Death & Co. Whether you pass through it every day on your morning commute or stroll through the Beaux Arts beauty for the first time, you are sure to leave having learned, seen, or experienced something new and extraordinary on this behind-the-scenes walking tour.It’s no secret that Manhattan-and the thirsty masses who live in and travel to it day in and day out-love a good speakeasy. Learn about the history of the station during the booming age of the railroad, as a rundown embarrassment, and finally experience it as a renovated wonder at the center of the city. On this unique walking tour, you will uncover the treasures hidden within this historic transportation hub: see the world’s largest Tiffany clock, peek into the off-limits glass walkways, discover the massive design flaw in the main atrium, locate a multi-million dollar jewel hidden in plain sight, and so much more. Did you know that there is a hidden tennis court inside Grand Central Terminal? Or that in this extravagant station you can drink and dine in the former private office of a Jazz Age financier? Opened in 1913, Grand Central Terminal has become an iconic landmark well travelled by commuters and tourists alike, but it still holds many hidden secrets.
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