Waterloo Tower unmasked

Presenting… THE TOWER, a new addition to the Waterloo District. But what the heck is it? If you don’t already know the intent behind this place-maker, the Waterloo Tower is just the beginning of an ongoing public art project. That’s right, it’s still not done and with your help it never will be. It will always change. It is meant to change. What you see on the corner of East 156th and Waterloo is a framework for site-specific art installations, an outdoor stage and a sort of urban gazebo designed to change throughout the years.

As the fabricator of the Tower, I know its potential. I look forward to seeing The Tower with artwork installed and the stage alive with performances. I look forward to turning heads and capturing the public’s imagination giving passers-by one more reason to stop on Waterloo. This project gives us all another reason to keep looking up. Phase 2 is the stage decking on the lower level and first art installation along with electricity to power the stage and lighting. By the way, how do you like the LEAN? Send comments, praise and criticism to: waterlooarttower@gmail.com

 Mike Moritz is an artist and the owner of Moritz Wood and Metal.