James Cagney, Margaret Hamilton, and Emma Thursby
New York, New York, New York
Marker Inscription
James Cagney 1899-1986 Actor, who set the standard for gangster roles in movies such as Angels With Dirty Faces and The Public Enemy, lived here from 1965 to 1968. Other residents were actress Margaret Hamilton and soprano Emma Thursby.
Erected by Historic Landmarks Preservation Center
The Story
This New York building sheltered a remarkable trio of American performers. James Cagney (1899–1986), who set the movie standard for the tough gangster in films like The Public Enemy and Angels With Dirty Faces, lived here in the late 1960s. Its other residents included actress Margaret Hamilton—forever the Wicked Witch of the West—and the celebrated 19th-century soprano Emma Thursby.
Why it matters
The address is a small monument to the American entertainment tradition, linking the golden age of film and stage to the city that helped launch it.
Plan your visit
NearbyMake a day of it — museums, food, and places to stay near this marker.
Museums & culture
- 81 Leonard Gallery1.7 mi away
- Gerben Fine Art1.8 mi away
- Bureau1.9 mi away · 112 Duane Street
- Hall des Lumières1.9 mi away · 49 Chambers Street, New York, NY
- Cloud Gallery2.0 mi away
- MĒRCER LABS2.3 mi away · 21 Dey Street
Attractions
- The River Project Wetlab1.6 mi away
- Cortlandt Alley1.6 mi away
- Chinatown1.6 mi away
- Dream house1.7 mi away
- FDNY Ladder 81.7 mi away · 14 North Moore Street, New York
- Bloody Angle1.7 mi away
Food & drink
- Maman3.0 mi away
- Sweetgreen3.0 mi away
- Semicolon Cafe3.0 mi away
- Bluestone Lane3.1 mi away
- Greene Hook Bar & Kitchen3.1 mi away
- Yaso3.1 mi away · 30 Hudson Street, Jersey City, NJ
Places to stay
- Conrad2.2 mi away · 102 North End Avenue, New York
- M Social Hotel New York Downtown2.2 mi away · 55 Church Street, New York, NY
- Residence Inn New York Downtown Manhattan/World Trade Center Area2.3 mi away · 170 Broadway, New York, NY
- Holiday Inn2.3 mi away · 51 Nassau Street
- The Cloud One New York-Downtown2.4 mi away · 133 Greenwich Street, New York, NY
- World Center Hotel2.4 mi away · 144 Washington Street, New York, NY
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Related people
- · James Cagney
- · Margaret Hamilton
- · Emma Thursby
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