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

John Dewey

1859 - 1952

Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, October 4, 2016

1. John Dewey Marker

Inscription. The influential educator and philosopher rejected education by rote in favor of "learning by doing," which develops the critical thinking skills Dewey believed were essential for participation in a democratic society. He lived here from 1913 to 1927, and was the author of Democracy and Education (1916) and Experience and Nature (1925).

Erected by Historic Landmarks Preservation Center.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education. In addition, it is included in the New York, New York City Historic Landmarks Preservation Center Cultural Medallions series list.

Location. 40° 48.323′ N, 73° 57.919′ W. Marker is in Manhattan, New York, in New York County. It is in Morningside Heights. Marker is at the intersection of West 112th Street and Broadway, on the right when traveling west on West 112th Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 545 West 112th Street, New York NY 10025, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Samuel Tilden Statue (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); Samuel J. Tilden (about 700 feet away); Cecil B. DeMille (about 700 feet away); Lajos Kossuth Monument (about 700 feet away); Kossuth (about 800 feet away); Morningside Heights Historic District (about 800 feet away);

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Columbia University Midshipmen's Training (approx. 0.2 miles away); The Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Manhattan.

Also see . . .
1. John Dewey. Wikipedia biography (Submitted on October 7, 2016.)

2. John Dewey (1859-1952). PBS "Only a Teacher" entry:
John Dewey was the most significant educational thinker of his era and, many would argue, of the 20th century. As a philosopher, social reformer and educator, he changed fundamental approaches to teaching and learning. His ideas about education sprang from a philosophy of pragmatism and were central to the Progressive Movement in schooling. In light of his importance, it is ironic that many of his theories have been relatively poorly understood and haphazardly applied over the past hundred years.... (Submitted on October 7, 2016.)

John Dewey Marker - Wide View, Looking North Across W. 112th St. image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, October 4, 2016

2. John Dewey Marker - Wide View, Looking North Across W. 112th St.

The marker is visible here just to the right of the doorway.

John Dewey Marker - Wide View, Looking Northeast from Median on Broadway image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, October 4, 2016

3. John Dewey Marker - Wide View, Looking Northeast from Median on Broadway

The marker is visible here on 112th St., on the right side of the photo(click on picture to enlarge). For some, this marker locale might look familiar: it was in a show about nothing. For others, this locale might sound familiar: I am sitting
In the morning
At the diner
On the corner...

From Exploringyourmind.com, unknown

4. John Dewey

Credits. This page was last revised on January 31, 2023. It was originally submitted on October 7, 2016, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 468 times since then and 33 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 7, 2016, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. 4. submitted on April 11, 2020, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.