Manhattan Landmarks-Tribeca East

Tribeca East

From the 1850s to the 1880s “mercantile palaces” were built here. With cast-iron storefronts, these buildings typically housed a dry goods store on the ground level and offices, storage, or light manufacturing on the upper floors. Designated December 8, 1992.

Title: 55 White Street 1

Borough: Manhattan

Historic District: Tribeca East

Keywords: cast iron, commercial, cornice, column

Description: Cast-iron building at 55 White Street with adjacent buildings

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