Smallpox Hospital, Gothic Revival hospital ruins at Roosevelt Island, United States.
The granite structure features a central pointed arch entrance, crenelated parapets, and two additional wings extending from the main three-story building.
Built in 1856 by James Renwick Jr, this 100-bed facility was the first hospital in the country dedicated to treating and isolating smallpox patients.
The building transformed from a medical facility to a nursing school in 1875, contributing to the education of healthcare professionals in New York City.
Current stabilization projects aim to preserve the remaining walls and create public access areas around the structure for educational purposes.
The structure stands as the only official landmark ruin in New York City, illuminated at night to create a striking silhouette against the Manhattan skyline.
Location: Manhattan
Inception: 1856
Architects: James Renwick Jr.
Architectural style: Gothic Revival
GPS coordinates: 40.75167,-73.95944
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:45
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