23rd Regiment Armory, Military castle in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, United States.
The 23rd Regiment Armory is a fortified structure in Crown Heights featuring eight crenellated towers rising approximately 136 feet high. Dark red brick walls are decorated with brownish Potsdam stone elements, creating a castle-like appearance characteristic of Romanesque Revival design.
Construction of this fortified building began in 1891 and was completed in 1895, serving as the second home for Brooklyn's 23rd Regiment. The regiment itself was originally established during the American Civil War, making this location an important military post for the city.
The entrance features a bronze panel by sculptor J. Massey Rhind honoring soldiers who lost their lives in World War I. This commemorative work was installed on November 11, 1922, and remains a focal point reflecting on that era.
Access to the interior is restricted as the building now operates as a homeless shelter and is not available for regular visitors. From the street, visitors can view the impressive exterior architecture and detailed stonework that define the structure.
The three-story administrative section houses a fireplace standing roughly 24 feet (7 meters) high in the Council Room, which once served as a meeting hub. This distinctive feature was used for gatherings of the Medical Society during the early 1920s.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
Brooklyn Museum
1.1 km
Fulton Street
2.2 km
Boys High School
829 m
Brooklyn Children's Museum
995 m
Library of Agudas Chassidei Chabad
1.4 km
Gage and Tollner
3.2 km
Broken Angel House
980 m
Girls' High School
520 m
Elizabeth A. Sackler Center for Feminist Art
1.1 km
Herbert Von King Park
1.4 km
Mount Prospect Park
1.3 km
Jewish Children's Museum
1.5 km
Union Temple
1.3 km
Renaissance Apartments
534 m
Billie Holiday Theatre
775 m
Crown Heights North Historic District
804 m
Kol Israel Synagogue
714 m
Our Lady of Victory Church
1.2 km
Lincoln Club
668 m
Alhambra Apartments
487 m
Park Place Historic District
515 m
Kismet Temple
154 m
Clinton Hill South Historic District
433 m
James W. and Lucy S. Elwell House
607 m
Stuyvesant Heights Historic District
1.4 km
Loew's Kameo Theatre
1 km
41 Eastern Parkway
1.2 km
Acme Theatre
1.1 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes