(1860-1941)

The Buckingham was the last residence of Ignacy Jan Paderewski, first Prime Minister of Poland, great pianist, composer and friend of six U.S. presidents, whose efforts restored the independence of Poland at the end of World War I.

Paderewski debuted at Carnegie Hall during its first season on November 17, 1891, and until his death on June 29, 1941, he contributed substantially to the cultural life of the City of New York.

Presented by Raphael Kastoriano, Voytek Matushevski, Behre Piano Assoc., Inc., and the City of New York

November 17, 1991

Marker is at the intersection of West 57th Street and 6th Avenue, on the right when traveling west on West 57th Street.

Courtesy hmdb.org

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