Messiah Home for Children, 1771 Andrews Avenue, Bronx, Bronx County, NY

Significance: This building is a fine example of the Jacobean Revival style. It was designed by Charles Brigham, F.A.I.A., and constructed between 1905 and 1908. Built through donated funds, this building served as the second home for The Messiah Home for Children, which provided a place for young children who were orphans or dependent on working mothers.

Survey number: HABS NY-5699

Building/structure dates: 1908 Initial Construction

Building/structure dates: 1956 Subsequent Work

Building/structure dates: 1959 Subsequent Work

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1908 - 1980

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