Youth's Companion Building
Youth's Companion Building, Historic magazine headquarters in Back Bay, Boston, United States
The Youth's Companion Building features round arches, heavy stonework, decorative brick patterns, and detailed stone carvings across its Romanesque Revival facade.
Built in 1892 by architects Hartwell and Richardson, the structure served as the main office for Youth's Companion, a leading children's publication of the nineteenth century.
The National Register of Historic Places listed this building in 1974, marking its role in promoting children's literature and education in American society.
Located at 209 Columbus Avenue, the building stands among numerous architectural landmarks in Boston's Back Bay district, near public transportation and walking routes.
The structure combines the architectural elements of round arches with intricate stone details, representing a period when children's publications influenced American education.
Location: Boston
Inception: 1892
Architects: Hartwell and Richardson
Architectural style: Romanesque Revival architecture
GPS coordinates: 42.34861,-71.07222
Latest update: March 13, 2025 12:30
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