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September 05, 2011

"Reflecting The Stars" @ Pier 49 On-Hudson

http://inhabitat.com/nyc/217-solar-powered-leds-light-up-the-hudson-river-for-reflecting-the-stars/

200 Solar-Powered LEDs Light Up the Hudson River for ‘Reflecting the Stars’

New York City may have it all, but we certainly don't have stunning views of a star-filled sky. In fact, starry nights are becoming rarer everywhere because of air and light pollution. To raise awareness about our disappearing night sky -- and to give New Yorkers a chance to experience the stars -- Jon Morris, founder and artistic director of The Windmill Factory art collective, created 'Reflecting the Stars,' an installation of 201 wireless solar-powered LED lights on the decaying Pier 49 in the Hudson River. The lights beautifully recreate the night sky on the water, with each LED sparkling in the river.

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Green Event

Wow! The photo is spectacular so I am sure that it would be have been even better in photo. What a great way to promote green living and share its beauty with the world. Love it!

Posted by: Green Event | February 15, 2012 at 06:18 PM

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  • HUDSON RIVER MILES
    The Hudson is measured north from Hudson River Mile 0 at the Battery at the southern tip of Manhattan. The George Washington Bridge is at HRM 12, the Tappan Zee 28, Bear Mountain 47, Beacon-Newburgh 62, Mid-Hudson 75, Kingston-Rhinecliff 95, Rip Van Winkle 114, and the Federal Dam at Troy, the head of tidewater, at 153. Entries from points east and west in the watershed reference the corresponding river mile on the mainstem.

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