Seaport in Manhattan in New York County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

Fulton Fish Waist - 142 Beekman Street

Built 1885, Remodeled 1981

Photographed By R. C.

1. Fulton Fish Waist - 142 Beekman Street Marker

Inscription. One of the district's most sophisticated architectural treasures, No. 142 Beekman (also known as 211 Front Street) was designed by George B. Post—later architect of the New York Stock Exchange—for a descendent of Peter Schermerhorn. The building's cockleshell cornice, starfish tie-rod ends, and vigorously modeled terracotta keystones of fantastic fish firmly place the building in its Fulton Fish Market setting.

Erected by South Street Seaport Historic District.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings.

Location. 40° 42.42′ N, 74° 0.168′ W. Marker is in Manhattan, New York, in New York County. It is in Seaport. Marker is at the intersection of Beekman Street and Front Street, on the right when traveling north on Beekman Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 142 Beekman St, New York NY 10038, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. 206 Front Street (within shouting distance of this marker); 203 Front Street (within shouting distance of this marker); 207 - 211 Water Street (within shouting distance of this marker); Bowne & Co. (within shouting distance of this marker); Hip Hop at 50

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(about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); a different marker also named Hip Hop at 50 (about 300 feet away); South Street Seaport (about 300 feet away); Seaman’s Church Institute (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Manhattan.

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Photographed By R. C.

2. Fulton Fish Waist - 142 Beekman Street

Credits. This page was last revised on January 31, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 27, 2009, by Ronald Claiborne of College Station, Texas. This page has been viewed 957 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 27, 2009, by Ronald Claiborne of College Station, Texas. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.