#43: The Complex Construction of Madison Square Garden, 1966
Madison Square Garden is a legendary venue that has hosted some of the world’s most iconic musical acts, sports teams, and theater productions. For New Yorkers, it is a source of pride and a symbol of the city’s cultural richness and diversity.
Many people don’t know this, but it took three different builds to get it right. The oval-shaped design that is now synonymous with Madison Square Garden was a radical departure from the rectangular shapes of other venues of the time and was specifically designed to give every attendee an unobstructed view of the stage.