Manhattan · NYC landmark
El Barrio’s Artspace PS109
215 East 99th Street · Manhattan, New York City
See how a courtyard school was adapted for artist housing while retaining its turrets, gargoyles and spire.
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NYFE Summary
This school’s H-shaped plan left open courtyards between its wings. They gave crowded classrooms more daylight and fresh air while leaving room for play. The layout helped protect those spaces from neighboring construction.
After the school closed in 1996 and faced demolition, a restoration converted it into homes and workspaces for artists. Look up from the street for the turrets, gargoyles, pointed window surrounds and copper spire.
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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