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101 New York, Columbia County, Valatie — John Rogers Housec. 1830
John Rogers 1799 – 1889 civic leader served on first Village Board in 1856 and was a founder of the National Union BankMap (db m56661) HM
102 New York, Columbia County, Valatie — John Vanderpoel Home   c.1825
Dr. John, 1796 – 1851 First Valatie Postmaster   1832 Friend, ally and physician of President Van BurenMap (db m37854) HM
103 New York, Columbia County, Valatie — Nathan Wild House
National Register   c 1826 Nathan Wild 1790–1867, a founder of Valatie and its textile mills, one of the nations’ earliest industrial villages.Map (db m37861) HM
104 New York, Columbia County, Valatie — The Swallow Housec. 1845
Built from the remains of the steamboat “Swallow” wrecked on the Hudson River, April 7, 1845.Map (db m56647) HM
105 New York, Columbia County, Valatie — U.S. Hotel
Built c. 1871 on the site of earlier inns dating back to the 18th century. Also believed the site young Martin Van Buren tried his first court case.Map (db m37862) HM
106 New York, Cortland County, Homer — Barber Block
Site of Jedediah Barber's The Great Western Store Built: 1813 Burned: 1856 Rebuilt c. 1863 & became Keator Opera House in 1876Map (db m141517) HM
107 New York, Delaware County, Delhi — Frisbee House
This house built in 1804 by Gideon Frisbee, later judge, replaced the log inn where the first Delaware County courts convened 1797-1799.Map (db m93301) HM
108 New York, Delaware County, Fleischmanns — Skene Memorial LibraryNational Register of Historic Places
Skene Memorial Library Fleischmanns, New York has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior honoring its centennial 2001Map (db m147157) HM
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109 New York, Delaware County, Walton — William B. Ogden Free Library — Built 1896-1897 —
Entered on the National Register of Historic Places by the U.S Dept. of Interior as a component of Gardiner Place Historic DistrictMap (db m149315) HM
110 New York, Dutchess County, Beacon — Lewis Tompkins Hose Company
Originally constructed for the Lewis Tompkins Hose Company 1890 The restoration of this firehouse is dedicated to the officers and members, past and present, who have selflessly volunteered their time and energy in . . . Map (db m124889) HM
111 New York, Dutchess County, Fishkill — Mount Gulian
Built about 1730 by Gulian Ver Planck, whose ancestors and Francis Rombout purchased the adjacent land from the Wappinger Indians in 1685. Headquarters of Baron Von Steuben. The society of the Cincinnati was instituted here May 1783.Map (db m119583) HM
112 New York, Dutchess County, Fishkill — Van Wyck Homestead Museum
From 1776-1783, this house was the center of the Fishkill Supply Depot, which also included barracks for 2,000 men. General Israel Putnam occasionally headquartered here. Revolutionary War Heritage TrailMap (db m44476) HM
113 New York, Dutchess County, Hyde Park — Hyde Park Firehouse
This 1905 building was placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the U.S. Dept. of the Interior in 1993Map (db m210399) HM
114 New York, Dutchess County, Milan — Colonial Inn
Colonial Inn Built about 1773 Stage Inn, Doctor's Office, Hotel, Store, Post Office of Jackson CornersMap (db m144659) HM
115 New York, Dutchess County, Milan — Lafayette House
Lafayette House Named in 1824 Famous relay station between the east and the Hudson. Overnight stop for post riders before the railroad era. Map (db m144667) HM
116 New York, Dutchess County, Millbrook — 13 — From Primary School to Town Hall / Da Scuola Elementare a MunicipioMillbrook, New York — The Museum in the Streets® —
From Primary School to Town Hall Built as a primary school in 1913, this red-brick building housed kindergarten and grades 1-3 in four rooms for more than 50 years. Generations of children learned their ABCs here and fondly recall . . . Map (db m140117) HM
117 New York, Dutchess County, Pawling — Akin Hall
Built and dedicated in 1881 by A. J. Akin. Used by Christ Church since 1895. Moved to former site of Mizzentop Hotel by Lowell Thomas 1936. Map (db m25020) HM
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118 New York, Dutchess County, Poughkeepsie — Main Building
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119 New York, Dutchess County, Poughkeepsie — St. Ann's Hermitage
This building was bought in 1997 and named St. Ann's Hermitage to recall the heritage of the Marist Brothers, founders of Marist College. The brothers purchased the McPherson property in 1905 and christened it St. Ann's Hermitage, in memory of . . . Map (db m210612) HM
120 New York, Dutchess County, Poughkeepsie — United States Post Office Poughkeepsie New YorkNational Register of Historic Places
United States Post Office Poughkeepsie New York Has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the InteriorMap (db m141963) HM
121 New York, Dutchess County, Poughkeepsie — Vassar Residence
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122 New York, Dutchess County, Red Hook — Hendricks House
Built 1865 for Allen B. and Anna R. Hendricks in the octagonal & concrete form popularized by O.S. Fowler. Red Hook Library since 1935 Map (db m128010) HM
123 New York, Dutchess County, Tivoli — Watts De Peyster Firemens Hall
left panel:This building is erected as a Memorial of John Watts, founder and endower of the ”Leake & Watts Orphan House,” originally in New York City and now in Yonkers, N.Y. — and of — Frederic dePeyster, . . . Map (db m147390) HM
124 New York, Dutchess County, Wappingers Falls — Mesier Park
On May 1, 1777, this dwelling with a farm of about four hundred and twenty two acres of land on which it stood, was conveyed to Peter Mesier of New York City by Nicholas Brewer, who had owned the property since October 9, 1741. It became the . . . Map (db m37663) HM
125 New York, Erie County, Amherst — Bigelow Housec. 1860s
[photo] Bigelow House on its original site. The saltbox style of the Bigelow House originated in New England and was not commonly found in this area. Originally located near New and Smith Roads in East Amherst, this house was built by Henry . . . Map (db m83514) HM
126 New York, Erie County, Buffalo, Allentown — Coit HouseBuilt Circa 1815
Built shortly after the burning of Buffalo in December 1813, the George Coit House is the oldest extant home in Buffalo. Originally sited downtown at 53 Pearl St. on the southeast corner of Swan Street., the house was enlarged and moved to the more . . . Map (db m104030) HM
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127 New York, Erie County, Buffalo, Allentown — From Buffalo... To the White HouseFrances Folsom Birthplace and Home 168 Edward Street — Buffalo Neighborhood Landmark —
Here at 168 Edward Street, in this modest Italianate brick home built by her father in 1863, Frances Clara Folsom was born on July 21, 1864 to Buffalo attorney Oscar Folsom and his wife Emma. When Oscar Folsom's carriage struck a wagon, killing him, . . . Map (db m151982) HM
128 New York, Erie County, Buffalo, Allentown — The Buffalo Club
Founded 1867, with Millard Fillmore 13th President of U.S., as its first president. Another U.S. President, Grover Cleveland, was a member from 1881-1908. In 1901, after President McKinley's assassination, the club was used as headquarters by his . . . Map (db m75836) HM
129 New York, Erie County, Buffalo, Allentown — The Mansion on Delaware Avenue
Millionaire's Row Charles F. Sternberg, who owned a grain elevator on Ohio Street, commissioned the Mansion as a private residence in 1869 at an estimated cost of $200,000. Architect George M. Allison, about whom little is known, designed . . . Map (db m76056) HM
130 New York, Erie County, Buffalo, Allentown — Wilcox Mansion Reported missing
Site of Army barracks established here in 1838. President Theodore Roosevelt took the oath of office as President of the United States here in 1901.Map (db m151375) HM
131 New York, Erie County, Buffalo, Black Rock — Jacob Smith House and TavernCa. 1830-1835
This timber-frame Federal style house was constructed to accommodate prospective settlers in the village of Lower Black Rock. Originally built by Augustus Porter (1769-1849) and other investors, it was sold to Jacob Smith (1818-1871) in the 1840's. . . . Map (db m93780) HM
132 New York, Erie County, Buffalo, Black Rock — Stephen W. HowellHouse and Store 1830
This limestone Federal style house was built by Stephen W. Howell (1808 – 1885). Howell was a prominent resident of Black Rock and built the Frontier Mills in 1831. His adjacent store has since been demolished.Map (db m139972) HM
133 New York, Erie County, Buffalo, Elmwood Village — Milburn House
Site of the Milburn House Here died William McKinley September 14, 1901Map (db m43892) HM
134 New York, Erie County, Buffalo, Elmwood Village — Park Lane Condominium
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior 1927Map (db m80403) HM
135 New York, Erie County, Buffalo, First Ward — Buffalo Main & Harbor Lights
An Outdoor Lighthouse Museum. Buffalo's complex harbor system has showcased many unique lights. Scan the harbor for the existing lights shown in this artist's conception. The lights shown as transparent have been demolished or moved to another . . . Map (db m85226) HM
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136 New York, Erie County, Buffalo, First Ward — Buffalo Water Intake, Horseshoe Reef Light
Two structures mark the entrance to the Niagara River - the city of Buffalo water intake and the abandoned Horseshoe Reef Light. The Horseshoe Reef Light, the dark metal structure atop a concrete base, was established in 1856 after Canada and . . . Map (db m85227) HM
137 New York, Erie County, Buffalo, First Ward — The 1833 Buffalo Lighthouse
The oldest building in Buffalo still standing on its original site, this lighthouse was built in 1832 and 1833. The oldest portion is the 44-foot tapering octagonal tower. The original lantern room was removed in 1857 and the stone casement window . . . Map (db m85127) HM
138 New York, Erie County, Buffalo, First Ward — The Connecting Terminal ElevatorThe Industrial Heritage Trail
The Connecting Terminal Elevator stands on the west side of the City Ship Canal immediately upstream of its confluence with the Buffalo River. The existing facility is actually the second elevator built on the site. The first Connecting Terminal . . . Map (db m85269) HM
139 New York, Erie County, Buffalo, Front Park — William G. Fargo Mansion1867-1900
William G. Fargo, co-founder with Henry Wells, of American Express Co. in 1850, Wells Fargo & Co. - Pony Express in 1851 and mayor of Buffalo during the Civil War (1862-1866) built his French Mansard-style mansion on a site bounded by Jersey, West, . . . Map (db m80419) HM
140 New York, Erie County, Buffalo, Larkinville — Kreiner Malt HouseCirca 1891
Has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the InteriorMap (db m224297) HM
141 New York, Erie County, Buffalo, Parkside — An Architectural Treasure
Constructed between 1903 and 1905, the Martin House Complex has seen more than a century of life, as well as considerable wear and tear. It is being brought back to its former glory in one of the most ambitious projects ever undertaken to restore a . . . Map (db m81151) HM
142 New York, Erie County, Buffalo, Parkside — An Exceptional HomeMartin House • Frank Lloyd Wright, Architect — A National Historic Landmark and New York State Historic Site —
... the most perfect thing of its kind in the world - a domestic symphony, true, vital, comfortable. - Frank Lloyd Wright, 1904 What makes the Martin House a true American masterpiece? It is a quintessential example of Frank Lloyd . . . Map (db m197463) HM
143 New York, Erie County, Buffalo, Parkside — Frank Lloyd Wright's Martin House Complex
You are looking at one of the most important works of 20th century architecture. "The genius of Frank Lloyd Wright is displayed nowhere better than in the Martin House Complex." -Robert McCarter, noted Wright scholar, architect, and . . . Map (db m81153) HM
144 New York, Erie County, Colden — Buffum Homestead
Buffum Homestead —•— Site of and original frame building in Township of Colden. Built in 1810 by Richard Buffum for home and first inn. Became post office in 1833 as well as meeting place for Livingstone Lodge No. 255 F.& A. . . . Map (db m104164) HM
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145 New York, Erie County, Elma — Elma Town Museum
Elma Town Museum Built by C.W. Hurd, 1846. Home of the first town meeting, 1857. Moved in 1873 next to church. Became the parsonage 1929. Given to the Elma Historical Society 1984. Moved to present site 1895. Dedicated to Town of Elma, NY . . . Map (db m104141) HM
146 New York, Erie County, Grand Island — Bedell House 1877 - 1935
Bedell House 1877 - 1935 Site of the three-story hotel opened May 1, 1877 by Ossian Bedell, known politically as the "Duke of Grand Island". Ferry service ended when bridges were opened in 1935. Map (db m101074) HM
147 New York, Erie County, Lancaster — Broadway Historic District
Broadway Historic District has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2015 by the United States Department of the InteriorMap (db m169859) HM
148 New York, Erie County, Lancaster — Central Avenue Historic District
Central Avenue Historic District has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2015 by the United States Department of the InteriorMap (db m169868) HM
149 New York, Erie County, Lancaster — Lancaster Municipal Building
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the InteriorMap (db m82095) HM
150 New York, Erie County, Lancaster — Lancaster Post Office
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior Map (db m82094) HM
151 New York, Erie County, Lancaster — Miller-Mackey House
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the InteriorMap (db m82089) HM
152 New York, Erie County, Lancaster — Zuidema-Idsardi House
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the InteriorMap (db m82087) HM
153 New York, Erie County, Marilla — The Blacksmith Shop
The Blacksmith Shop Built in the 1850's, it was originally operated by Peter Petz, and later by John Kratt. William Roloff purchased the Shop in 1921 and later passed in on to his son Kenneth. The shop became the last full time operating shop . . . Map (db m133184) HM
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154 New York, Erie County, Marilla — The Willis Hotel
The Willis Hotel Erected on this site by R.G. Willis in 1863 and burned in the fire of 1865. Rebuilt in 1866 and operated by Willis until 1869. It was the social center of Marilla known for its third floor ballroom. John Ktaft owned the . . . Map (db m133242) HM
155 New York, Erie County, Orchard Park — Jolls Homestead1900-1963
Dr. Willard B. Jolls, a beloved country doctor who gave of himself caring for the people and the community. Once his formal gardens- adjoining land was donated by Dr. Jolls for the municipal building. House an excellent example of Italianate . . . Map (db m80547) HM
156 New York, Erie County, Springville — Citizens National Bank
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior and is the gateway to 24 others in Springville's historic downtown.Map (db m80636) HM
157 New York, Erie County, West Seneca — Christian Metz Home
This building erected in the 1840's was the home of George Stanart, operator of the Indian sawmill. Later this house was occupied by Christian Metz, leader of the Ebenezer Society.Map (db m49029) HM
158 New York, Erie County, West Seneca — Ebenezer House
Ebenezer House Built circa 1850 by The Community of True Inspiration, a German speaking religious sect. Became museum in 1956. Map (db m68539) HM
159 New York, Erie County, Williamsville — Williamsville Water Mill
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the InteriorMap (db m77058) HM
160 New York, Essex County, Port Henry — Cedar Point House
Inn and restaurant serving iron ore industry workers, railway workers, travelers, and visiting officials early 1880s to ca. 1964Map (db m109058) HM
161 New York, Essex County, Tahawus — MacNaughton CottageThrough It All
This cottage has stood on this site for nearly two centuries; it is the only building that survives from the early mining community. The cottage first housed iron mine owners, later caretakers of the abandoned village, then members of a hunting . . . Map (db m147520) HM
162 New York, Essex County, Ticonderoga — Hancock HouseJuly 8, 1925
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior.Map (db m31281) HM
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163 New York, Essex County, Ticonderoga — Lord & Burnham Estate Greenhouse
Landscape architect Marian Coffin designed a new plan for the King’s Garden in the early 1920s. The plan specified thousands of colorful annuals set amongst perennials. Ms. Coffin’s plans calls for more plants than could possibly be raised in this . . . Map (db m126323) HM
164 New York, Essex County, Westport — Toll-Gate House
Site of Toll-Gate House Westport to Elizabethtown Turnpike   Built 1845. Collections ceased 1912 P. F. Boyle, last tollkeeperMap (db m126258) HM
165 New York, Franklin County, Malone — Foote Tavern
Site of Foote Tavern 1807-13: U.S. Hospital 1813-14. Original House moved to Franklin Street 1892 and site used for ArmoryMap (db m57261) HM
166 New York, Franklin County, Saranac Lake — Hotel Saranac
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior. 1927Map (db m147493) HM
167 New York, Fulton County, Bleecker — Last Mill
Site of last water powered saw mill in Fulton County. Last operated by Ernst family, 1939. Nearby Bowler Saw Mill Site, built 1845. Bicentennical Fulton Co. 1975Map (db m224722) HM
168 New York, Fulton County, Broadalbin — Hotel Broadalbin
Hotel Landmark Hotel Broadalbin built 1854, added to 1881 & 1924 Served as gloveshop, hotel, hospital and present hotelMap (db m7424) HM
169 New York, Fulton County, Broadalbin — Johnson Hall - 1763Johnstown — Historic New York —
Sir William Johnson (1715-1774), Indian trader, statesman, diplomat and colonial empire builder. In 1763 he built Johnson Hall, the center of his estate and the scene of many Indian conferences. Coming from Ireland in 1738, Johnson traded with . . . Map (db m57406) HM
170 New York, Fulton County, Broadalbin — Marvin House
Built 1815, site Sir Wm Johnson's Fish House by David Marvin, Conn. Rev. soldier; his son Dr. L.I. Marvin, Assemblyman 1840 from Fulton Co. House moved 1929Map (db m31516) HM
171 New York, Fulton County, Fish House — Covered Bridge
Erected 1818, by state, at Fish House over Sacandaga River. D. Stewart, builder. Jacob Shew, Assemblyman. Torn down 1930. 2000 Ft. NorthMap (db m44404) HM
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172 New York, Fulton County, Fish House — St John House
Built 1795 by Alex St John On Confiscated Lands of Sir Guy Johnson, Nephew Of Sir William Johnson Map (db m46499) HM
173 New York, Fulton County, Johnstown — Colonial Court House
Erected 1772 Only Colonial Court House In State of New York First Court General Sessions, Tryon County, September 8, 1772Map (db m5682) HM
174 New York, Fulton County, Johnstown — Johnson Hall
→ Baronial Home of Sir William Johnson Erected 1762 Open to VisitorsMap (db m5687) HM
175 New York, Fulton County, Johnstown — Johnson Hall - 1763Johnstown — Historic New York —
Historic New York Johnson Hall - 1763 Johnstown     Sir William Johnson (1715-1774), Indian trader, statesman,diplomat and Colonial Empire Builder, in 1763 built Johnson Hall, the center of his estate and the scene of many Indian . . . Map (db m5683) HM
176 New York, Fulton County, Mayfield — Mayfield Fort
Built and Garrisoned During the Revolution as A Refuge for Settlers Of Vicinity Map (db m33005) HM
177 New York, Fulton County, Northville — Adirondack Inn
Site of the Adirondack Inn Built in 1891 by the FJG RR Considered the Gem Of Sacandaga Park this ornate wood structure burned 1975 Map (db m11284) HM
178 New York, Fulton County, Northville — Northville Depot
1875 - 1930 F J & G R. R. Northern Terminal Rail Route To Adirondacks. Sacandaga Amusement Park 1 Mi. South Coney Island of The North Map (db m11423) HM
179 New York, Genesee County, Batavia — The Batavia Club
Formerly Bank of Genesee First Bank West of Genesee River Built in 1831 Architect builder Hezekiah Eldredge National Register of Historic Places 1973Map (db m39632) HM
180 New York, Genesee County, Bethany — 8 — Rolling Hills — Legends & Lore —
This asylum is a nationally known center of supernatural activity. Spirits believed to still roam grounds crossing between this world and nextMap (db m140629) HM
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181 New York, Genesee County, LeRoy — Keeney House
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the InteriorMap (db m117043) HM
182 New York, Hamilton County, Speculator — First Town Hall
1894 The first town hall was built. 1937 The library joined the town offices. 1965 The building became a library only. 2002 The library moved. 2006 The building became the historical museumMap (db m137052) HM
183 New York, Herkimer County, Dolgeville — Culture • Hospitality
Alfred Dolge December 22, 1848 — January 5, 1922 Industrialist, Inventor, Author and Progressive Businessman Died in Milan, Italy Buried in Dolgeville Cemetery — July 1922 Union Free School – Circa 1900 Dedicated October 15, 1887 . . . Map (db m147743) HM
184 New York, Herkimer County, Dolgeville — Daniel GreenCompany Factory Complex
Built 1882-95 by A. Dolge entered Sept. 17, 1974 on the National Register of Historic Places Bicentennial ‘76Map (db m137930) HM
185 New York, Herkimer County, Dolgeville — Innovation • Industry
Central Block & Barrett Block Circa 1910 Erected circa 1882 as Hugo Dolge Residence Erected 1909 as Barrett Block with U.S. Post Office on corner Daniel Green & Company Factory #1 1893 Erected 1888 as a 2-story horse stable 1893 — 3rd floor . . . Map (db m147745) HM
186 New York, Herkimer County, Dolgeville — Municipal Building AnnexFormer Home of Major D.B. Winton
Municipal Building Annex Erected 1941 Raymond C. Mang, Mayor Board of Trustees Burt Jennings • Carter W. Borst • Glen Neeley • William F. Trumpowsky, Jr. • Charles W. Sullivan, Clerk-Attorney • Rosa F. Cronin, Treasurer • Jerry Gleason, . . . Map (db m147756) HM
187 New York, Herkimer County, West Winfield — Ira & Joe Walker Blacksmith Shop 1798
Cosentino, Snyder & Quinn Law Office c.1940 Donald J. & Theresa H. Snyder - 2006 Map (db m116784) HM
188 New York, Jefferson County, Cape Vincent — Cape Vincent Lighthouse
This lighthouse was located on the Cape Vincent Breakwater from 1900 to 1951 when it was moved to its present location and now serves as a proud landmark for this approach to the village.Map (db m51911) HM
189 New York, Jefferson County, Clayton — Clayton Opera HouseA Thousand Islands Cultural Center — Cultural Heritage — Reported missing
"...for use in perpetuity as a Community and Performing Arts Center" Town of Clayton, April 9, 2000 Performing in Clayton For over 100 years the Opera House has set the stage for performances of all kinds. Broadway . . . Map (db m176176) HM
190 New York, Jefferson County, Clayton — Simon Johnston House
The United States Department of [the] Interior has placed this property on the National Register of Historic PlacesMap (db m126380) HM
191 New York, Jefferson County, Heart Island — Boldt Castle
Built by George C. Boldt Owner of the Waldorf-Astoria and Bellevue-Stratford Hotels ————————————————————— . . . Map (db m126629) HM
192 New York, Jefferson County, Heart Island — Power House
Beauty and style, a Boldt trademark, were not lost on even the most utilitarian structures on Heart Island as demonstrated by the design of the Power House. This structure, located at the "foot" of the Island and built at a cost of $40,000.00, was . . . Map (db m126659) HM
193 New York, Jefferson County, Sackets Harbor — Union HotelApril 1817
Built by Frederic White 1st Masonic Lodge Jefferson Co. Ontario Lodge formed April 4, 1805 Athol Lodge formed 1818 Sackets Lodge formed 1848Map (db m70482) HM
194 New York, Kings County, Brooklyn, Boerum Hill — Brooklyn
Brooklyn: Court Street - State Street, 1922-1931. Image from the Irma and Paul Milstein Division of the United States History, Local History and Genealogy, The New York Public Library.Map (db m183080) HM
195 New York, Kings County, Brooklyn, Brooklyn Heights — 155 - 157 - 159 Willow StreetLandmarks Of New York — Federal Style Row Houses —
Built of brick laid in Flemish Bond, these three buildings, all listed in city directories prior to 1830, are among the best surviving examples of Federal Style row houses of the early nineteenth century. An underground tunnel, lighted by a skylight . . . Map (db m33730) HM
196 New York, Kings County, Brooklyn, Brooklyn Heights — Brooklyn Borough Hall
Brooklyn's oldest building, this porticoed Greek Revival structure, designed by Gamaliel King, was built in 1846-51 as Brooklyn's City Hall. The cupola was added in 1898 when Brooklyn was consolidated into Greater New York City, and the building . . . Map (db m146163) HM
197 New York, Kings County, Brooklyn, Brooklyn Heights — Brooklyn City Railroad Company Building8 Old Fulton Street
This handsome red brick building was built in 1860-61 as offices for the city of Brooklyn Railroad Company, one of New York City's first large-scale transit operators. By 1867, the company served 22 million passengers annually, operating twelve . . . Map (db m35109) HM
198 New York, Kings County, Brooklyn, Brooklyn Heights — Eagle Warehouse
After the Brooklyn Eagle newspaper razed its original offices here, Frank Freeman (1862-1949) was commissioned to design a warehouse for the site. It was completed in 1894. Acknowledged now as Brooklyn's greatest architect, Freeman was a master . . . Map (db m30787) HM
199 New York, Kings County, Brooklyn, Cobble Hill — Cobble Hill Historic DistrictNew York Landmark Preservation Foundation
Cobble Hill is an exceptionally rich district both historically and architecturally. Jennie Jerome, the mother of Winston Churchill, was born at 197 Amity Street in 1854. Among the distinguished architects' work represented here is 296 Clinton . . . Map (db m146162) HM
200 New York, Kings County, Brooklyn, Downtown Brooklyn — Did You Know?
The original flagpole that stood in Brooklyn's famed Ebbets Field until the ball-park was demolished in 1961 was re-installed and re-dedicated outside of Barclays Center in 2012.Map (db m242758) HM

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