Rochester Fire Department Headquarters - Rochester, NY
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member sagefemme
N 43° 09.670 W 077° 36.197
18T E 288361 N 4782002
A Public Works Administration project, crafted in Art Deco style, and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. 185 North Street, Rochester, NY 14604
Waymark Code: WMDD7T
Location: New York, United States
Date Posted: 12/28/2011
Published By:Groundspeak Charter Member BruceS
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"Constructed in 1936 by the firm of Stewart and Bennett, Inc., and designed by Rochester architect Joseph P. Flynn, the headquarters complex was made possible by funds from the Public Works Administration (PWA). PWA made projects such as this possible during the Depression by hiring uneployed architects and contractors. " (visit link)
Project type: Government building (non-park)

Date built or created: 1936

Location: Andrews Street, where North Chestnut Street becomes North Street

City: Rochester, NY

Condition: Good upkeep with a little wear and tear

Website for additional information: [Web Link]
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