18 STRAIGHT
DYLAN THOMAS (1914-1953)
Fall 1953 found Welsh poet Dylan Thomas in NYC, on his fourth U.S. tour.
Following a bender at the White Horse Tavern, Thomas returned to Suite 205 of The Hotel Chelsea, announced he'd consumed "18 straight whiskies" and from there sailed out to die.
Via an unprecedented agreement, souvenirs of Thomas's last home are available to admirers of his life & work. 100% to benefit the Dylan Thomas Birthplace & Museum. To inquire about availability please message: info@DylanThomasBirthplace.com
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Dylan Thomas At The Chelsea
Circa 1883 'coffin' nails extracted from hardwood flooring walked by Dylan Thomas in his final days.
Each was reclaimed in 2017 by agreement with owners of the landmark Hotel Chelsea.
+ gift box, hang-tag & keepsake flask, sealed with a wax rosette
D.T. WAS HERE
During each of his U.S. tours, Dylan Thomas stayed at The Hotel Chelsea, leasing several apartments. The last of them was #205: a 419 square foot Suite with a private bath, a kitchenette, and a balcony overlooking Manhattan's busy West 23rd Street.
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THE DYLANS WERE HERE!
In 1953, Dylan Thomas occupied #205, beneath arrow. Ten years later, #1 fan Bob Dylan rented #211, sharing the balcony of his literary hero.
PEN-BLWYDD HAPUS!
On his 50th, Hotel Chelsea installed a plaque honoring Thomas.
