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Quarters A

Quarters A is a historic place in New York, Kings County, New York, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on May 30, 1974, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 74001252.

New York, Kings County, New YorkListed May 30, 1974NRIS #74001252★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is Quarters A?

Quarters A, also known as the Commandant's House, is a historic house on Evans Street in the Vinegar Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York City. Built beginning in 1805, with a number of later alterations, it remains a prominent example of Federal architecture in New York City. It was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1974 for its association with Matthew C. Perry, commandant of the adjacent Brooklyn Navy Yard 1841–1843, whose opening of Japan to the West in 1854 revolutionized trade and international affairs. The building is now privately owned.

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Listing details

Name
Quarters A
City
New York
County
Kings County
State
New York
Listed on the National Register
May 30, 1974
NRIS reference number
74001252
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
40.70236, -73.98047
When was Quarters A listed on the National Register?

Quarters A was added to the National Register of Historic Places on May 30, 1974.

Where is Quarters A located?

Quarters A is located in New York, Kings County, New York at approximately 40.70236, -73.98047. See the map above.

Is Quarters A a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Quarters A is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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