MIDTOWN, Manhattan (WABC) — The famous Plaza Hotel in Midtown Manhattan is set to close for several years to repair and restore its historic facade.<\/p>\n
Hotel’s announcement was first reported by the New York Times<\/a>. The Fifth Avenue hotel, which has stood for more than 119 years, will close for at least four years beginning next January while work gets underway.<\/p>\n The complexity of the facade work will require detailed planning and coordination, and compliance with historic preservation requirements, according to the hotel.<\/p>\n Other considerations related to the execution of the restoration remains under review as the process gets underway.<\/p>\n The Plaza Hotel, which opened its doors in 1907, has maintained a unique place in New York City history. It’s recognized for its architectural character and craftmanship.<\/p>\n It has also been one of the most frequently filmed and referenced buildings in pop culture, with one of its most famous appearances being in the 1992 hit movie, “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York,” in which Kevin McAllister, played by Macaulay Culkin, checks into the hotel with his father’s credit card.<\/p>\n ———-<\/p>\n * Get Eyewitness News Delivered<\/a> <\/p>\n * More New York City news<\/a><\/p>\n * Send us a news tip<\/a><\/p>\n * Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts<\/a> <\/p>\n * Download our connected TV app<\/a> <\/p>\n
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