Lower Manhattan is one of the most historic districts in the United States. Around every corner and behind every doorway stands some tangible reminder of a rich and colorful history that dates back to our nation's founding.

To celebrate these symbols of the past and gateways to Lower Manhattan's ever-evolving future, the Alliance for Downtown New York, Lower Manhattan's Business Improvement District, has created a beautiful photographic essay featuring 19 unique, historic and ornate doorways located throughout Lower Manhattan.

In addition to celebrating Lower Manhattan's rich history, this photo essay is also the basis for an exciting contest that rewards the lucky winner with a fabulous day of shopping, sightseeing and dining in Lower Manhattan!

"The Doors of Lower Manhattan" Challenge: Identify the doors by clicking here to view them.

It’s that simple, and that difficult.

While some doors may be immediately recognizable to the Lower-Manhattan-savvy, the majority will take a bit of detective work to identify. Those up to the challenge will have to take the time to explore Lower Manhattan’s remarkable and exciting streetscape and discover Lower Manhattan's legendary waterfront, parks and open spaces and historic row houses, government and office buildings.

The first person to correctly identify (either by address or the name of the building) all of the doors featured in the photo essay wins!

The Prize:
• $100 Century 21 Department Store Gift Certificate
• $100 J&R Music World Gift Certificate
• Dinner for two at legendary Downtown restaurant Delmonico's
• Two free tickets to Downtown's newest Sports Museum of America

This contest is open to all interested parties and no registration is required to participate. Just send your answers to contest@downtownny.com, and the first submission that has all the correct answers wins!