Approaching the Flower

Approaching the Flower
Originally uploaded by Mr. Oliver.

Tre and I explored the New York Botanical Gardens on Sunday. I caught this one just at the right time.

Crematorium?

Crematorium?
Originally uploaded by Mr. Oliver.

This building is located hard by the Queensboro Bridge. I think it was a crematorium at one point. If anyone can shed some light on the history of this place, I would be grateful.