National Register of Historic Places

Harmanus Bleecker Library

Albany, Albany County, New York
Listed
May 15, 1996
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
96000559

About this property

The former Harmanus Bleecker Library is located at the intersection of Washington Avenue (New York State Route 5) and Dove Street in Albany, New York, United States. It is a brick and stone Classical Revival building constructed in the 1920s. In 1996 it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Designed by notable local architects, the Fuller & Robinson Company, it was the first building in the city intended to be used exclusively as a library, and is considered one of city's best buildings in its architectural style. Along with the nearby University Club, built shortly afterwards, it was Fuller's last major work in the city where he had practiced most. It took its name from Harmanus Bleecker, a prominent Albany politician and benefactor whose estate provided the funds for its construction. It has since been adapted to serve as office space.

Location

161 Washington Ave.
Albany, Albany County, New York
42.55638, -73.76354

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When was Harmanus Bleecker Library listed on the National Register?

Harmanus Bleecker Library was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 15, 1996.

What type of historic resource is Harmanus Bleecker Library?

Harmanus Bleecker Library is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

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The period of significance for Harmanus Bleecker Library is recorded as the industrial era.

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