Brooklyn Savings Bank

Brooklyn Savings Bank was a neoclassical bank building with a grand recessed porch supported by red granite columns that rose to a ceiling height of about 75 feet (23 meters). The interior featured onyx wall panels and bronze-finished counters that reflected the grandeur typical of late 19th-century financial institutions.

The building was designed in 1894 by architect Frank Freeman and represented Brooklyn's growing financial prominence. It stood at Clinton and Pierrepont Streets until its demolition in 1964, well before the neighborhood was designated as a historic district.

The name reflects its purpose as a savings institution serving the people of Brooklyn. Visitors could see how the grand architecture was meant to convey trust and permanence to everyday savers.

The site was located at a well-accessible corner in the heart of Brooklyn Heights with good street visibility. Visitors could easily view the neoclassical facade from the sidewalk and observe the architectural details from different angles.

The building was demolished in 1964 to make way for modern development, even though the area became a historic district years later. This loss means that today only historical photographs and architectural drawings preserve Freeman's neoclassical design.

Inception: 1894

Architects: Frank Freeman

Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture

GPS coordinates: 40.69938,-73.99215

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:24