Rowena Memorial School
Rowena Memorial School, Educational building in Palenville, New York.
The three-story Romanesque structure stands at the intersection of NY 23A and NY 32A, featuring Dutch gable architecture and an original clock on top.
Wealthy merchant Lysander Lawrence funded the construction between 1899 and 1901, dedicating the school to his late wife Rowena with a $50,000 investment.
The school maintained its educational purpose for 70 years until 1977, when the formation of Catskill Central School District led to its closure.
The building spans 1.6 acres and contains preserved elements including original woodwork, a bronze dedication plaque, and early classroom partitioning systems.
Following its closure as a school and library, jewelry designer Steven Kretchmer transformed the space into Ringing Metal Studios until 2006.
Location: New York
GPS coordinates: 42.17528,-74.01972
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:25
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