Discover The Barclay Times, our monthly newspaper created in celebration of Journey to 100. Each issue invites guests to step into a different decade of The Barclay’s storied history, beginning with the 1920s, through curated highlights, cultural moments, and timeless Barclay traditions.

Inside, you’ll find decade-inspired stories, a feature on what was happening at The Barclay during that era, and a recurring look at The Parlour Through the Decades, connecting our past to the experiences unfolding today. Pick up your copy in the lobby or view it online and journey through time with us as we celebrate a century of hospitality.

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A Decade Of New Frontiers

The 1960s carry New York into a decade of movement and change, as the city pulses with new energy and expression. Streets feel more vibrant, culture grows bolder, and voices rise across every corner. By decade’s end, New York feels dynamic, evolving, and alive with possibility.

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New York in an Age of Confidence

The 1950s bring New York into a time of ease and confidence, as the city settles into steady growth. Streets hum with energy, culture feels polished, and bright marquees and televisions light the way. By decade’s end, New York feels optimistic and ready for what comes next.

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From Resolve to Renewal

The 1940s steady New York with grounded optimism as the city keeps its rhythm through changing times. Radios, ballparks, and bright marquees lift spirits, while the waterfront and factories hum with shared purpose. By decade’s end, New York feels newly energized, ready for a faster future.

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A Nation Finds Strength In Struggle

The 1930s steady New York as ambition turns measured, Art Deco defines the skyline, and innovation moves with purpose. From Rockefeller Center’s rising promise to radio’s unifying voice, the city advances calmly into a new era.

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New York City Leads The Jazz Age

The Roaring Twenties surge through New York as Prohibition fuels speakeasies, jazz fills the night, and skyscrapers rise ever higher. From Harlem’s cultural flowering to Wall Street’s dizzying climb, the city dances boldly into a new age.