Limited edition silkscreen prints by Gary Lichtenstein inspired by the Dixon Mills Pencil Factory are displayed in all guestrooms, while the corridors are brought to life with original acrylic paintings by Candy Le Sueur and hand-made cyanotype prints by Tatsuro Nishimura. Three distinctive areas within the hotel, collectively coined the Canopy Central Art Studios, give local artists a place to create new works while providing guests with a real-time opportunity to witness the creative process, from the painting studio at the social seating area and the photography/print studio at the retreat to the sculpture studio at the café. Not only are the pieces created by locals but they each tell the story of Jersey City in their own unique manner.”Ī key feature of the hotel’s art program is a meticulously curated on-going rotating art collection that is infused throughout Canopy Central. “We are extremely proud of the art on display at the hotel. We wanted to make sure our guests were able to see and feel the energy of the neighborhood through our eclectic arts program,” said Art Curator Stefania Panepinto. “As one of the most culturally diverse cities in the nation, Jersey City has an exciting and vibrant art scene that grows stronger and larger each year. The area’s dynamic history and energy shine through the colourful murals by Ricardo Roig and Jenna Morello, who pay homage to the Powerhouse Arts District and industrial Jersey City of the past. “We look forward to introducing the Canopy by Hilton lifestyle to the Tri-State and immersing locals and guests in the culture of this burgeoning neighborhood of the Arts District,” said Ravi Dave, Principal at Three Wall Capital. “We’re proud to finally deliver a hospitality product that speaks to the neighborhood’s urban sophistication and cultural diversity.” Artistically InfusedĪs a tribute to the Arts District, Canopy by Hilton showcases the exceptional work of talented local artists selected by the hotel’s Art Curator, Stefania Panepinto of Panepinto Galleries. The hotel will serve as a gateway to experience Jersey City like a local while offering proximity to New York City. The 211-room hotel, owned and developed by Panepinto Properties, The KABR Group, Three Wall Capital and Greentree Construction, is located at 159 Morgan St., surrounded by endless restaurants, inspiring galleries, public art projects, and unique shopping offerings. The hotel’s arrival will support the robust culture of the Arts District with the area’s first truly elevated hospitality offering, providing a new hub for the fast-growing creative community. JERSEY CITY - Canopy by Hilton, Hilton’s (NYSE: HLT) lifestyle hotel brand, announced today the opening of Canopy by Hilton Jersey City Arts District, marking the brand’s first outpost in the New York City Metropolitan Area.
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