National Register of Historic Places

Commandant's Quarters

Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania
Listed
June 2, 1976
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
76001661

About this property

Commandant's Quarters, also known as Quarters "A", is a historic home located at the Philadelphia Naval Shipyard, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1874–1875, and is a three-story, painted brick dwelling in the Italian Villa-style. A porch was added in 1901. It features an off-center square tower, slate covered gable roof, bracketed waves, and a bay window. It was an officer's residence until June 1960. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1976. On November 1, 2021, as part of National Homeless Awareness Month, Philadelphia mayor Jim Kenney urged that the Biden Administration convert the Commandant's Quarters into a homeless shelter. On November 26, 2021, President Biden announced that he approved of the mayor's initiative. On December 20, 2021, the proposal was introduced in the House of Representatives by Rep. Dwight Evans (D-PA) and in the Senate by Sen. Bob Casey, Jr., and enjoys the support of the Congressional Progressive Caucus.

Location

Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania
39.89684, -75.17695

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Sources

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Nearby Historic Sites

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Nearby Battles

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Battle of Red Bank (Fort Mercer 1777)
1777Revolutionary War
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Battle of Red Bank (Fort Mercer)
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Battle of Fort Mifflin
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When was Commandant's Quarters listed on the National Register?

Commandant's Quarters was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 2, 1976.

What type of historic resource is Commandant's Quarters?

Commandant's Quarters is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Commandant's Quarters?

The period of significance for Commandant's Quarters is recorded as the industrial era.

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