National Register of Historic Places

Public School 39

New York, Kings County, New York
Listed
April 16, 1980
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
80002646

About this property

Public School 39, also known as PS 39 The Henry Bristow School, is a historic school building located in the Park Slope section of Brooklyn, New York City. It is a part of the New York City Department of Education. It was built in 1876-1877 and is a three-story symmetrical brick and stone building combining features of the Italianate and Second Empire styles. The main facade features a central bay or tower with a rusticated first floor. The building has steep slate covered mansard roofs. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980. Notable graduates include pitcher Adam Ottavino and politician Anthony Weiner.

Location

417 6th Ave.
New York, Kings County, New York
40.66866, -73.98343

Categories

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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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When was Public School 39 listed on the National Register?

Public School 39 was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 16, 1980.

What type of historic resource is Public School 39?

Public School 39 is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Public School 39?

The period of significance for Public School 39 is recorded as the industrial era.

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