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Buffalo State Asylum for the Insane

Buffalo State Asylum for the Insane is a historic place in Buffalo, Erie County, New York, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on June 24, 1986, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 86003557.

Buffalo, Erie County, New YorkListed June 24, 1986NRIS #86003557★ National Historic Landmark
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Listing details

Name
Buffalo State Asylum for the Insane
City
Buffalo
County
Erie County
State
New York
Listed on the National Register
June 24, 1986
NRIS reference number
86003557
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
42.92964, -78.88363
When was Buffalo State Asylum for the Insane listed on the National Register?

Buffalo State Asylum for the Insane was added to the National Register of Historic Places on June 24, 1986.

Where is Buffalo State Asylum for the Insane located?

Buffalo State Asylum for the Insane is located in Buffalo, Erie County, New York at approximately 42.92964, -78.88363. See the map above.

Is Buffalo State Asylum for the Insane a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Buffalo State Asylum for the Insane is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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