The Waterfall tours

Jinal Shah » 13 July 2008 » In Culture Briefings »

Last week, we took a field trip to watch Olafur Eliasson’s famed Waterfalls around New York City. We boarded the evening’s last Circleline tours and not only did we get a good look at the waterfalls, but also a colorless history lesson. We walked away not so impressed. The waterfalls, that cost the city around $15 million were limp and .. dull. It was difficult to grasp the artist’s vision. But we discussed the art installation at length after – maybe that was the goal in mind ?
It is projected that the city will generate $45 million in tourism. From what I experienced, I’m worried the city might not even break even!
It was a fun trip regardless – and it ended over some delicious fries and fritters at Nelson Blue – the New Zealand bar and grill on South Seaport. Here’s a fun video of our trip!

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3 Comments on "The Waterfall tours"

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    Terry
    14/07/2008 at 7:15 am Permalink

    That video was more creative than the Waterfalls exhibit!

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    Jinal Shah
    15/07/2008 at 9:55 am Permalink

    hehehe. animoto rocks!

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    Maria Elena Diaz
    21/07/2008 at 9:34 am Permalink

    what a fun video !!

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