Urban History

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Joana Avillez as a child looking out at the South Street Seaport waterfront, evoking memories of her unique childhood.

Joana Avillez revisits New York waterfront childhood memories

Before it became a bustling tourist destination, the South Street Seaport was so empty and smelled distinctly of fish that Joana Avillez's parents chose to live there specifically for the large, avail

Karim El-Sayed·June 1, 2026