Matsuri Restaurant and Hiro Ballroom give people a chance to own a piece of New York City history

For those who have enjoyed delicious steak and seafood dishes at Matsuri, or late night dancing in the Hiro Ballroom, there's sad news. These two popular New York venues in the Maritime Hotel, which have hosted guests like Mick Jagger, Nicole Kidman and Karl Lagerfeld, are set to close their doors for good. Luckily, the owners have decided to give people the chance to take home a piece of the Big Apple's hospitality history.

A live auction, as well as several previews, will be facilitated by Michael Amodeo & Co. Participants will have the chance to bid on items such as flatware, original artwork, walnut flooring, and giant handmade Japanese lanterns. Even the men's urinals, which were also handmade in Japan, are being auctioned off. The event dates are as follows:

• Monday, April 2, 1:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. Preview
• Tuesday, April 3, 1:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. Preview
• Wednesday, April 4, 12:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m. Preview
• Wednesday, April 4, 2:00 p.m.- all items sold. Auction

While smaller items can be purchased and brought home the day of the auction, larger items must be brought home by Thursday, April 5. The Maritime Hotel is located at 363 West 16th Street, off 9th Avenue.

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