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George Morrison's Magical City Illustrated

February 14, 2026
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A watercolor and ink psychogeographic map inspiried by George Morrison's time in New York.
Alex V. Cipolle at MPR News

Alex V. Cipolle, an arts reporter at MPR News, recently published a comprehensive psychogeographic map inspired by George Morrison’s ’43 time in New York. The map was inspired by her trip to see The Magical City: George Morrison’s New York at the MET, a curated show of his work inspired by his love of the city.

The article breaks down each landmark, and how each had a profound impact on Morrison. This includes his initial arrival at Penn Station, his time at the Art Student’s League of New York, and his apartments in Greenwich Village.

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