There are certainly some architectural gems in Bedford-Stuyvesant. A researcher in the library today researching her block for the purpose of landmarking it and The Brownstoner making 247 Hancock Street the Building of the Day drew me into another section of our Photography Collection. In the early 70s, BHS president James Hurley, with others, photographed this beautiful block of Hancock Street.
Hancock Street between Marcy & Thompkins taken by William Cox, 1972. Brooklyn Historical Society Hargrave Collection of Bedford-Stuyvesant Photographs, v1974.5.2.
Hancock Street between Marcy & Thompkins taken by William Cox, 1972. Brooklyn Historical Society Hargrave Collection of Bedford-Stuyvesant Photographs, v1974.5.4.
Hancock Street between Marcy & Thompkins taken by William Cox, 1972. Brooklyn Historical Society Hargrave Collection of Bedford-Stuyvesant Photographs, v1974.5.9.
Kelly Mansion at 249 Hancock Street between Marcy & Thompkins built by Montrose Morris taken by William Cox, 1972. Brooklyn Historical Society Hargrave Collection of Bedford-Stuyvesant Photographs, v1974.5.9.
239 Hancock Street between Marcy & Tompkins taken by James Hurley, 1972. Brooklyn Historical Society Hargrave Collection of Bedford-Stuyvesant Photographs, v1974.5.16.
Thanks for the photos. I live across from the Kelly House, also designed by the great Montrose Morris. Any other photos from Hancock St. ? thanks
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Julie, the second photo also features Montrose Morris designed houses. The last house was designed by Peter J. Lauritzen, who also designed the Union League Club in nearby Grant Square, as well as the Offerman Building, now home to Conway’s on Fulton St, downtown.
There are a few others on Hancock Street. I’ll have to get this collection more processed to find the rest. I think a bike ride over there is in order!
Mr. Morris, you must be related to the architect, no?