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By Michael Ewing 4/03/12 10:43am

Making History

Full steam ahead! (Courtesy of New York Historical Society/Columbia)

Stern, Durst, Brewer Sing Praises of IRT Powerhouse, Pray for Its Preservation

In light of the recent news that the former New York IRT Powerhouse has joined the “Seven to Save” preservation list, notable builders and community members have spoken out about the historic value of the building. Read More

By Michael Ewing 3/28/12 6:11pm

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Architecture and detail as fine as this is a thing of the past! (Courtesy of Wired News York)

Preservationists Steamed! IRT Powerhouse House Makes Seven to Save List

The Preservation League of New York State has added the former New York IRT Powerhouse building to its Seven to Save list. Activists hope the recognition will help open the facility to the public, wresting at least part of it from the hands of Con Ed, which uses but a fraction of the grand McKim, Mead & White-designed building for steam generation. Read More

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