Governors Island in Manhattan in New York County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
The Block House (Governors Island)
Photographed by R. C., July 18, 2009
1. The Block House (Governors Island) Marker
The design of this classic and austere Greek Revival building of the early 1840s is attributed to architect Martin E. Thompson. It is called the "Block House" because it was used for a time as a military prison. This stone-trimmed brick structure derives dignity from its well-disciplined scale. Over the years it has served also as headquarters for a general, officers' quarters, and as a hospital. It is now under the jurisdiction of the United States Coast Guard.
Erected 1976 by New York Community Trust.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings.
Location. 40° 41.34′ N, 74° 0.84′ W. Marker is in Manhattan, New York, in New York County. It is on Governors Island. It is on Barry Road near Evans Road. The Block House is located on Governors Island, New York. It can be seen from the intersection of Barry and Evans Roads. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: New York NY 10004, 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: Governors Island Medical Buildings (here, next to this marker); Evans Road (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Tower Carillon Chimes (about 300 feet away); St. Cornelius Chapel
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Also see . . . Building Governors Island: Building 9, the first Post Hospital. Governors Island Blog entry (Submitted on March 1, 2021, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
Photographed by Bill Coughlin, September 10, 2011
2. The Block House (Governors Island) Marker
Photographed by R. C.
3. The Block House (Governors Island)
Plaque is on the far right of the building's front.
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 1,377 times since then and 17 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on July 27, 2009, by Ronald Claiborne of College Station, Texas. 2. submitted on September 15, 2011, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. 3. submitted on July 27, 2009, by Ronald Claiborne of College Station, Texas. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.
