Bronx · NYC landmark
American Bank Note Company Printing Plant
1201–1231 Lafayette Avenue · Bronx, New York City
Read the former secure printing plant through its daylight-filled workroom design, brick arcades and crenellated tower.
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NYFE Summary
The company engraved and printed banknotes, securities and other protected documents here. The plant combined workrooms for engravers with broad pressrooms.
Large windows and sawtooth roofs brought daylight to the work. Outside, long brick arcades lead toward a crenellated tower. The fortress-like design also reflected the need to protect valuable printing work.
NYFE summary from the official history and visitor sources linked below.
Plan a visit
Check the operator’s current opening, admission and access information before travelling. Historic status does not guarantee public access to every interior.
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