National Register of Historic Places

Healey Building

Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
Listed
August 11, 1977
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
77000429

About this property

The Healey Building, at 57 Forsyth Street NW, in the Fairlie-Poplar district of Atlanta, was the last major skyscraper built in that city during the pre-World War I construction boom. Designed by the firm of Morgan & Dillon, with assistance from Walter T. Downing, in the Gothic Revival style, the 16-story structure was built between 1913-1914. It was originally planned with two facing towers connected by an atrium, taking up an entire city block. During construction, steelworker Billy Newburn fell to his death in 1913.The east tower along Broad Street was never constructed due to World War I and the subsequent death of owner William T. Healey (son of developer Thomas G. Healey) in 1920. The building remained in the Healey family until 1972. On August 8, 1977, it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and since 1987 it has enjoyed local landmark status. In 2001, the upper floors were converted into condominiums, while the lower floors continue to be the home of galleries, shops, and restaurants.

Location

57 Forsyth St.
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
33.75637, -84.38962

Categories

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Sources

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When was Healey Building listed on the National Register?

Healey Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on August 11, 1977.

What type of historic resource is Healey Building?

Healey Building is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Healey Building?

The period of significance for Healey Building is recorded as the industrial era.

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