52nd Police Precinct Station House and Stable facts for kids

52nd Police Precinct Station House and Stable
U.S. National Register of Historic Places
Location in New York City Show map of New York City Location in New York Show map of New York Location in the United States Show map of the United States
Location	3016 Webster Avenue, Bronx, New York 10467, USA
Area	less than one acre
Built	1904 (1904)
Architect	Stoughton & Stoughton
Architectural style	Late 19th And 20th Century Revivals, Tuscan Villa
NRHP reference No.	82001091
Quick facts for kids Significant dates
Added to NRHP	October 29, 1982

The 52nd Police Precinct Station House and Stable is a historic building located in the Norwood area of the Bronx, New York City. It was built a long time ago, between 1904 and 1906. This building is still used as a police station today.

It's known for its unique look, which is like a Tuscan villa. This means it has a style often seen in old Italian country homes. The building is made of red brick and is about 50 feet wide and 80 feet long.

One of its most interesting features is a tall, square clock tower. This tower is 21 feet wide and has big, colorful terracotta clock faces on three sides. Terracotta is a type of baked clay used for decoration.

About the 52nd Police Precinct Station House

This building is very important to the history of New York City. It was designed by architects Stoughton & Stoughton from Mount Vernon, New York. They created a building that stands out in its neighborhood.

Why This Building Is Special

The 52nd Police Precinct Station House is not just any building. It has been officially recognized as a special place. In 1974, it was named a New York City Landmark. This means the city wants to protect it because of its history and unique design.

Later, in 1982, it was also added to the National Register of Historic Places. This is a list of important places across the entire United States. Being on this list helps make sure the building is preserved for future generations to see and learn from. It shows how much people value its history and architecture.

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