Detail View: The Landmarks Preservation Commission Designation Photo Collection: United States Courthouse
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Landmark Name:
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United States Courthouse
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LP Number:
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LP-00883
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Link to Designation Report:
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Landmark Type:
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Individual Landmark
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Designation Date:
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3/25/1975
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Image Type:
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Designation Photos
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Address:
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1 Foley Square
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BIN:
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1001677
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BBL:
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1001580061
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Borough:
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Manhattan
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Block:
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158
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Lot:
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61
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Architect or Builder:
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Cass W. Gilbert; Cass Gilbert, Jr.
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Date of Construction:
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1933
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Owner or Developer:
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United States Federal Government
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Style Primary:
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Classical Revival
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Material Primary:
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Granite
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Material Secondary:
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Terra Cotta
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Use Original:
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Civic, courthouse
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Building Type:
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Courthouse
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Notes:
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The United States Courthouse was the last building designed by architect Cass Gilbert, who died in 1934 while the courthouse was under construction. It was completed by his son, Cass Gilbert, Jr.
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File Name:
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LP0883_017.tif
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