COLLECTION NAME:
The Landmarks Preservation Commission Designation Photo Collection
Record
Landmark Name:
Parachute Jump
LP Number:
LP-01638
Landmark Type:
Individual Landmark
Designation Date:
5/23/1989
Image Type:
Designation Photos
Address:
Riegelmann Boardwalk at West 16th Street
BIN:
3341513
BBL:
3070730101
Borough:
Brooklyn
Block:
7073
Lot:
101
Architect or Builder:
James H. Strong; Elwyn E. Seelye & Company
Date of Construction:
1939
Alteration Architect 1:
Michael Marlo; Edwin W. Kleinert
Date of Alteration 1:
1940
Owner or Developer:
International Parachuting, Inc.
Style Primary:
Not determined
Material Primary:
Steel
Use Original:
Recreational, amusement
Building Type:
Amusement
Notes:
The Parachute Jump was originally constructed for use at the 1939-40 New York World's Fair. It was moved to Coney Island in 1940-41.
File Name:
LP1638_001.jpg
Parachute Jump
