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 | 50 West 13th St. “From 1858 to 1884, it was home to Jacob Day, one of New York’s most wealthy and successful 19th-century African American businessmen and real estate owners, crusader for African American civil rights, and a prominent supporter of African American institutions.” “Beginning in 1972, 50 West 13th Street was also home of the 13th Street Repertory Company, one of New York’s oldest Off-Off Broadway theaters… Village Preservation sought landmark designation for the house to save it from demolition following the death of the theater’s owner.” - Village Preservation submitted by /u/Momaow [link] [comments] |
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