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Johnson, James Weldon, House

Johnson, James Weldon, House is a historic place in New York, New York County, New York, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on May 11, 1976, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 76001241.

New York, New York County, New YorkListed May 11, 1976NRIS #76001241★ National Historic Landmark
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What is Johnson, James Weldon, House?

The James Weldon Johnson Residence is a historic apartment house located at 187 West 135th Street, Harlem, Manhattan, New York City, New York. It is here where James Weldon Johnson (1871–1938) lived from 1925 until his death. In addition to being a composer, songwriter, and author, he was an outspoken advocate for civil rights, working in various roles at the NAACP, including as its General Secretary during his residency here. The building was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1976.

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Listing details

Name
Johnson, James Weldon, House
City
New York
County
New York County
State
New York
Listed on the National Register
May 11, 1976
NRIS reference number
76001241
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
40.81528, -73.94299
When was Johnson, James Weldon, House listed on the National Register?

Johnson, James Weldon, House was added to the National Register of Historic Places on May 11, 1976.

Where is Johnson, James Weldon, House located?

Johnson, James Weldon, House is located in New York, New York County, New York at approximately 40.81528, -73.94299. See the map above.

Is Johnson, James Weldon, House a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Johnson, James Weldon, House is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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