Public School 157, Historic school building in Harlem, Manhattan, US.
Located at 327 St. Nicholas Avenue, Public School 157 features limestone walls, brick details, terra cotta ornaments, and a distinctive red tile roof.
Built between 1896 and 1899, the Renaissance Revival structure was designed by architect C.B.J. Snyder to accommodate nearly 2,000 students in 45 classrooms.
The school building demonstrates the evolution of educational architecture, moving away from factory-like designs toward structures inspired by French and Flemish civic buildings.
Following its closure as a school in 1975, the building underwent renovation in 1993 to create 73 residential apartments, some with rent stabilization.
The structure's architectural design resembles a series of connected row houses, incorporating dormers and detailed masonry work throughout the exterior.
Location: Manhattan
GPS coordinates: 40.81167,-73.95250
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:25
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