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

Amelia Earhart

1897-1937

Photographed by Steve Stoessel, March 22, 2026

1. Amelia Earhart Marker

Inscription.
Pioneering aviator Amelia Earhart lived and volunteered as a social worker at Greenwich House from 1927 to 1929. Her advocacy and accomplishments helped break down gender barriers in aviation. A record-setting solo trans-Atlantic flight and an attempt to circumnavigate the globe turned her into a cultural icon and inspired generations.

Erected by Village Preservation.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Air & Space • Charity & Public Work • Women. In addition, it is included in the Greenwich Village Society for Historic Preservation series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1927.

Location. 40° 43.945′ N, 74° 0.195′ W. Marker is in Manhattan, New York, in New York County. It is in South Village. It is at the intersection of Barrow Street and 7th Avenue, on the left when traveling south on Barrow Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 27 Barrow Street, New York NY 10014, 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.

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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: Hank Greenberg (within shouting distance of this marker); One if by Land, Two if by Sea (within shouting distance of this marker); Irving House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Thomas Paine Death House (about 300 feet away); 30, 40, 42, 44, 46 & 48 Barrow Street (about 300 feet away); The Sheridan Square Garden (about 400 feet away); The Hess Triangle (about 400 feet away); Café Society (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Manhattan.

Also see . . .
1. Amelia Earhart (Wikipedia).

Amelia Mary Earhart (born July 24, 1897; disappeared July 2, 1937; declared dead January 5, 1939) was an American aviator and aviation pioneer who became one of the most celebrated figures of early flight.

(Submitted on March 23, 2026, by Steve Stoessel of Niskayuna, New York.)

2. Amelia Earhart Plaque Unveiling (Youtube, 18:53).

Photographed by Steve Stoessel, March 22, 2026

2. Amelia Earhart Marker

The marker is on the right side of the door between the arched windows.

“On Monday, October 27, we held a ceremonial unveiling of a plaque honoring pioneer aviator Amelia Earhart at Greenwich House, where she once lived and worked as a social worker. We will hear about her record-breaking feats, her life in the Village, and her cultural legacy.…” (Submitted on March 23, 2026.)

Photographed by Steve Stoessel, March 22, 2026

3. Amelia Earhart Marker

Amelia Earhart image. Click for more information.

Underwood and Underwood [courtesy Library of Congress], circa 1928

4. Amelia Earhart

Portrait, head and shoulders, facing front.
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Credits. This page was last revised on April 8, 2026. It was originally submitted on March 23, 2026, by Steve Stoessel of Niskayuna, New York. This page has been viewed 43 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on March 23, 2026, by Steve Stoessel of Niskayuna, New York. 4. submitted on March 23, 2026.