Alexander Young Building facts for kids
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Alexander Young Building
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Formerly listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places
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 Location in Hawaii
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| Location | Bishop and Hotel Streets, Honolulu, Hawaii |
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| Area | 1.13 acres (0.46 ha) |
| Built | 1900 |
| Architect | George Percy |
| Architectural style | Late 19th, 20th Century and Second Renaissance Revival |
| NRHP reference No. | 80001284 |
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| Added to NRHP | August 5, 1980 |
| Removed from NRHP | October 14, 2009 |
The Alexander Young Building was a famous building in Honolulu, Hawaii. It was built between 1900 and 1903. A Scottish engineer and businessman named Alexander Young (1833–1910) had it built.
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History of the Alexander Young Building
Building Design and Opening
A talented architect named George W. Percy from California designed the building. Sadly, it was his last big project before he passed away in 1900. The building cost about $2 million to construct. It opened in 1903 as a large hotel with 192 rooms.
Because of this hotel, and others he owned later, Alexander Young became very important. People called him the "father of the hotel industry in Hawaii." He helped make Hawaii a popular place for tourists.
Military Use and Social Hub
During 1917, the United States Army used the second floor of the hotel. This was while Fort Shafter, a military base, was being finished. The Army also bought the original Royal Hawaiian Hotel in 1917.
Between World War I and World War II, the hotel's Roof Garden became a very popular place. It was one of Honolulu's most fashionable spots for social events. During World War II, the military again used most of the hotel's rooms.
Later Years and Demolition
In 1964, the building was changed from a hotel into offices. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on August 5, 1980. This list recognizes important historical places in the United States.
However, the Alexander Young Building was torn down in 1981. Because it was demolished, it was removed from the National Register in October 2009.
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