This four-story brick building was constructed c. 1850 for Peter Goelet. During the Civil War, this building was the home of the Hall of the Loyal National League, for which James A. Roosevelt served as secretary. A premier photographer of the late 1800s was also located here. Go back and click on the tours the building is featured in for additional information and history.

Among the many industries which this area played a significant role in shaping and transforming was photography. Click here to send a letter supporting landmark designation of these and other historic buildings south of Union Square.

Several sites with noteworthy histories connected to the Civil War were located here. Click here to send a letter supporting landmark designation of these and other historic buildings south of Union Square.

Many generations of the Roosevelt family lived here, had significant holdings here, and developed many of the existing buildings here. During this time, they achieved numerous notable accomplishments in the fields of politics, literature, diplomacy, and environmental protection. Click here to send a letter supporting landmark designation of these and other historic buildings south of Union Square.

This area was home to several sites connected to significant developments in African American history, including civil rights leaders and organizations, musicians, and writers. Click here to send a letter supporting landmark designation of these and other historic buildings south of Union Square.

An extraordinary confluence of organizations and people connected to African American, LGBTQ, Women's, and other civil rights struggles were located here, including some of the most significant in each of these movements. Click here to send a letter supporting landmark designation of these and other historic buildings south of Union Square.