The Haunting Legacy of the Chelsea Hotel

This chapter explores the dark and tumultuous history of the Chelsea Hotel, recounting tragic events and notorious incidents involving its residents, including the murder of Nancy Spungen. It also reflects on the hotel's transformation under different management, particularly the artistic haven created by Stanley Bard, and the subsequent commercialization threatening its unique culture. The conversation touches on the hotel's significance in urban development and the changing landscape of creativity and community in its legacy.