National Register of Historic Places

South Side School

Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, Florida
Listed
July 18, 2006
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
06000617

About this property

The South Side School is a historic U.S. school in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. It is located at 701 South Andrews Avenue. On July 19, 2006, it was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. South Side School opened in 1922 due to the Florida land boom of the 1920s. The architect of the South Side School was John Peterman and the builder was Cayot and Hart. In 1949 the school was expanded, it was enlarged again in 1954. South Side School was changed from an elementary school in 1967 to be a school for special needs children. In 1990s the school was closed. The school became a city-designated historic landmark in 1996. Although the city hopes to turn the building into a cultural arts center, the renovation has encountered several setbacks.

Location

701 S. Andrews Ave.
Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, Florida
26.09651, -80.14357

Categories

EDUCATION
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Sources

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Nearby Battles

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When was South Side School listed on the National Register?

South Side School was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on July 18, 2006.

What type of historic resource is South Side School?

South Side School is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for South Side School?

The period of significance for South Side School is recorded as the industrial era.

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