
The General Theological Seminary takes up an entire block of West Chelsea between 9th and 10th Avenue. The seminary is the oldest Episcopalian seminary in the country-- it was founded in 1817! We've been peering through the bars for years on the way up to the galleries in Chelsea, and now, courtesy of Open House New York and our pal What I See, we finally get to take a peek inside. Check out his outdoor shots, as well as some interior pictures. And if you are interested in beautiful NYC seminaries, you should also check out the cloisters at Union Theological Seminary up in Morningside Heights.





I'm pretty sure the gardens at the seminary are open to the public during the day. Not many people know that, though. I subletted a room there over the summer once. It's paradise--a true oasis in the city.
I believe you are correct. There was a portable sign on the way out, which said "Our gardens are open today". It looked like something they put out every so often. I'd suggest calling them for details or just stop by on a weekend.