Alphabet City in Manhattan in New York County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Harry Lloyd Hopkins
August 17, 1890 January 25, 1946
| | 143 Avenue B, Manhattan | |
Photographed by Larry Gertner, March 31, 2015
1. Harry Lloyd Hopkins Marker
Harry Hopkins, one of the most influential non-elected officials in American history, became a Settlement House worker in 1912 at Christodora, where his exposure to the struggles of new immigrants helped shape his thinking about social reform. Christodora, launched in 1897, was then housed in 143/145/147 Avenue B, and to this day continues its mission to help alleviate inequities among the underserved, In 1933, President Roosevelt asked Hopkins to implement the Social Security Act of 1935, and to direct the Works progress Administration, which hired more than 3 million unemployed to rebuild highways, bridges, public buildings, and parks. During WWII, he was Secretary of Commerce and FDRs personal representative to London and Moscow. In 1945, Hopkins helped arrange the Potsdam Conference for President Truman, who honored him with the Distinguished Service Medal.
Erected by Historic Landmarks Preservation Center.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Government & Politics. In addition, it is included in the Distinguished Service Medal, the Former U.S. Presidents: #32 Franklin D. Roosevelt,
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Location. 40° 43.586′ N, 73° 58.807′ W. Marker is in Manhattan, New York, in New York County. It is in Alphabet City. It is on Avenue B north of East 9th Street, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 143 Avenue B, New York NY 10009, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in New York City. It is also in the American Northeast and in the Mid-Atlantic. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Netherland and also one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Charlie Parker Residence (a few steps from this marker); Slocum Memorial Fountain (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); a different marker also named Slocum Memorial Fountain
Photographed by Larry Gertner, February 23, 2020
2. Harry Lloyd Hopkins Marker
At the entrance to Christodora House.
Regarding Harry Lloyd Hopkins. The building is listed in the "AIA (American Institute of Architects) Guide to New York City, Fifth Edition" and on the National Register of Historic Places.
Also see . . .
1. Harry Hopkins. Wikipedia biography (Submitted on February 24, 2020, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
2. Christodora House. Wikipedia entry (Submitted on February 24, 2020, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
3. University Settlement House - National Archives. National Register of Historic Places documentation (Submitted on April 7, 2024, by Anton Schwarzmueller of Wilson, New York.)
from Time Magazine, 1944
3. Harry Lloyd Hopkins
Photographed by Larry Gertner, February 23, 2020
4. Christodora House
Now condominiums.
Credits. This page was last revised on April 7, 2024. It was originally submitted on February 24, 2020, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. This page has been viewed 807 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on February 24, 2020, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. • Michael Herrick was the editor who published this page.
