Holy Redeemer College, Catholic school building in Brookland, Washington, D.C.
Holy Redeemer College is a Catholic school building in Brookland that serves as a residential facility for priests and religious brothers of the Redemptorist order pursuing theological education. The grounds contain several structures with both historic building sections and modern residential spaces for occupants.
The building emerged during a period when Washington was developing a growing community of Catholic educational institutions. Its listing in the National Register of Historic Places in 2019 acknowledged its value to American architectural and educational history.
The college sits in a neighborhood that developed as a center for Catholic institutions over many decades. People in the area recognize this place as part of a larger religious and educational community.
The building sits in a residential neighborhood with good connections to other religious and academic sites across the city. Access is typically limited since it is a private residential property, but the exterior is visible from the street.
The building underwent significant modernization where new residential units were added while preserving the historical elements of the original structure. This approach demonstrates how older institutional buildings can adapt to contemporary needs.
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