Buildings at 744–750 Broadway, Albany

Name: Buildings at 744–750 Broadway
Address: Albany, United States

#97 among attractions in Albany

Vernacular architecture, Greek Revival architecture

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The buildings at 744–750 Broadway in Albany, New York, United States, sometimes known as Broadway Row, are four brick row houses on the northwest corner of the intersection with Wilson Street. They were built over a period of 40 years in the 19th century, using a variety of architectural styles reflecting the times they were built in. At that time the neighborhood, known as the Fifth Ward, was undergoing rapid expansion due to the Erie Canal and the city's subsequent industrialization. ()

Built: 1833 (191 years ago)Architectural style: Renaissance revivalCoordinates: 42°39'22"N, 73°44'55"W

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Buildings at 744–750 Broadway – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Times Union Center, Statue of Philip Schuyler, Albany City Hall, Cathedral of All Saints.

0.6 miSW
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Times Union Center, Albany
16 min walk • The Times Union Center stands as a bustling hub of entertainment and sports in the heart of Albany, New York. This indoor arena, with its capacity to accommodate up to 17,500 spectators, has been a landmark of the city since its opening in 1990.
0.4 miSW
Monuments and statues
Statue of Philip Schuyler, Albany
11 min walk • A statue of Philip Schuyler by J. Massey Rhind is installed outside Albany City Hall in Albany, New York, United States. The memorial is slated for removal, as of June 2020.
0.4 miSW
Romanesque architecture, City hall, Romanesque revival architecture
Albany City Hall, Albany
11 min walk • Albany City Hall is the seat of government of the city of Albany, New York, United States. It houses the office of the mayor, the Common Council chamber, the city and traffic courts, as well as other city services.
0.5 miW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
Cathedral of All Saints, Albany
13 min walk • The Cathedral of All Saints, Albany, New York, is located on Elk Street in central Albany, New York, United States. It is the central church of the Episcopal Diocese of Albany and the seat of the Episcopal Bishop of Albany. Built in the 1880s in the Gothic style and designed by Robert W.
0.6 miW
Museum, History museum, Art museum
Albany Institute of History & Art, Albany
16 min walk • The Albany Institute of History & Art is a museum in Albany, New York, United States, "dedicated to collecting, preserving, interpreting and promoting interest in the history, art, and culture of Albany and the Upper Hudson Valley region". It is located on Washington Avenue in downtown Albany.
~830 ftS
Theater, Concerts and shows
Palace Theatre, Albany
5 min walk • The Palace Theatre is an entertainment venue in downtown Albany, New York, located on the corner of Clinton Avenue and North Pearl Street. The theatre is operated by the Palace Performing Arts Center, Inc - a 501 non-profit organization.
0.4 miSW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
St. Peter's Episcopal Church, Albany
12 min walk • St. Peter's Episcopal Church, also known as St. Peter's Church, is located in downtown Albany, New York, United States. It was designed in the mid-19th century by Richard Upjohn and his son Richard M. Upjohn in the French Gothic Revival architectural style.
~1180 ftNW
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Ten Broeck Mansion, Albany
6 min walk • The Ten Broeck Mansion in Albany, New York was built in 1797. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1971.
~1070 ftSW
Church
First Church in Albany, Albany
6 min walk • The First Reformed Church, also known as First Church in Albany or North Dutch Church, is located at North Pearl and Orange streets in Albany, New York, United States. It is a member congregation of the Reformed Church in America. The building was designed by Philip Hooker and built in the period of 1797–1799.
~1330 ftS
Theater, Concerts and shows
Capital Repertory Theatre, Albany
7 min walk • Capital Repertory Theatre is a 309-seat professional regional theatre in Albany, New York. Capital Rep is the only theatre in the Capital District in the League of Resident Theatres.
~1350 ftS
Museum, Art gallery, Shopping
Albany Center Gallery, Albany
7 min walk • Albany Center Gallery is a nonprofit art space located in downtown Albany, New York. Supported by city, state, corporate and foundation funds, as well as fundraisers, individual donations and memberships, the Gallery is dedicated to the exhibition of regional artists within a...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Buildings at 744–750 Broadway?

Nearby attractions include Broadway–Livingston Avenue Historic District, Albany (4 min walk), Albany Heritage Area Visitors Center, Albany (4 min walk), Saint Joseph's Church, Albany (4 min walk), Palace Theatre, Albany (5 min walk).

How to get to Buildings at 744–750 Broadway by public transport?

The nearest stations to Buildings at 744–750 Broadway:

Bus

Broadway & Peter D Kiernan Plaza • Lines: 224, 540 (9 min walk)
State St & Lodge St - S. Pearl Station • Lines: 905 (12 min walk)

Train

Albany-Rensselaer (28 min walk)