[graphic] National Historic Landmarks Program header [graphic]NPS Arrowhead and link to www.nps.gov[photo] Chrysler Building, New York[photo] Brown Chapel, Selma AL[phtoto] Cape Hatteras Light Station, Buxton, North Carolina[photo] Pioneer Deep Space Station, Fort Irwin, CA
     
 
Woolworth Building

233 Broadway
New York, New York    County of New York.
National Register Number: 66000554
Property type: Commerce/Trade - organizational. Resource type: Building.
Certified Local Government: YES
Ownership: Private.
Themes: Architecture.
This NHL offers public access.
Please contact the NHL directly for visitor information.
Current use/information: Office Building.

Statement of Significance (as of designation - November 13, 1966):
From its completion in 1913 until 1930, this building was the world's tallest. It stands today as a monument not only to Frank W. Woolworth, originator of the variety chain-store, but also to its architect, Cass Gilbert. He won acclaim for his use of Gothic forms and detail, well adapted to the soaring verticality of the skyscraper.

Comments and questions about the database may be directed to NHL_info@nps.gov

Privacy & Disclaimer

JJ/SEB/TCP

[graphic] Link to National Parks Services's Links to the Past at www.cr.nps.gov