Williamsburgh Savings Bank Tower, New York City

Name: Williamsburgh Savings Bank Tower
Address: New York City, United States
Telephone: +1 718-636-9700

#1519 among attractions in New York City

Tower, Art Deco architecture, Skyscraper

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Williamsburgh Savings Bank Tower, New York City

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Facts and practical information

The Williamsburgh Savings Bank Tower, also known as One Hanson Place, is a skyscraper in the Fort Greene neighborhood of Brooklyn in New York City. Located at the northeast corner of Ashland Place and Hanson Place near Downtown Brooklyn, the tower is one of the borough's architectural icons. The tower was designed by Halsey, McCormack and Helmer and constructed from 1927 to 1929 as the new headquarters for the Williamsburgh Savings Bank. Prior to 2009, One Hanson Place was the tallest building in Brooklyn at 41 stories and 512 feet tall. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1 April 1929 (95 years ago)Architectural style: Byzantine revivalFloors: 37Coordinates: 40°41'8"N, 73°58'40"W

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Northwestern Brooklyn (Fort Greene)New York City United States

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+1 718-636-9700

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Williamsburgh Savings Bank Tower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Barclays Center, Atlantic Terminal, Roulette, Belarusian Autocephalous Orthodox Church.

~1200 ftSE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
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Shopping, Shopping centre, Train station
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Church
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Park, Basketball court
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Theater, Concerts and shows, Opera
Brooklyn Academy of Music, New York City
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Square
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Williamsburgh Savings Bank Tower?

Nearby attractions include Brooklyn Academy of Music, New York City (2 min walk), Hanson News Stand, Sea Gate (2 min walk), Times Plaza, Sea Gate (2 min walk), Atlantic Terminal, New York City (2 min walk).

How to get to Williamsburgh Savings Bank Tower by public transport?

The nearest stations to Williamsburgh Savings Bank Tower:

Train

Atlantic Terminal (2 min walk)

Metro

Atlantic Avenue–Barclays Center • Lines: 2, 3, 4, 5, B, D, N, Q, R (3 min walk)
Fulton Street • Lines: G (4 min walk)

Bus

Greyhound (14 min walk)
Myrtle Avenue & Saint Edwards Street • Lines: B54 (14 min walk)