Yale Steam Laundry facts for kids
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Yale Steam Laundry
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 Location in Central Washington, D.C.
Location in the District of Columbia
Location in the United States
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| Location | 437–443 New York Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. |
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| Built | 1902, 1919, and 1924 |
| NRHP reference No. | 99000332 |
| Added to NRHP | March 18, 1999 |
The Yale Steam Laundry is a special old building in Washington, D.C.. It used to be a big laundry business. Today, it has been changed into modern homes called condominiums. You can find it on New York Avenue in the Mount Vernon Square area.
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A Look Back: The Yale Steam Laundry's Story
Building a Business: From Laundry to Homes
The Yale Steam Laundry was not just one building. It was a group of three buildings. These buildings were built at different times: in 1902, 1919, and 1924. They were designed by talented architects named Alfred B. Mullett and Thomas Francis, Jr. They used classic styles for the buildings, like Neo-Renaissance and Colonial Revival.
For many years, the Yale Steam Laundry was a busy place. It helped people and businesses get their clothes clean. But in 1976, the laundry business closed its doors.
New Life for an Old Building
After the laundry closed, the buildings sat empty for a while. Then, a developer named Scott Fuller decided to give them a new purpose. He worked with architect John Ronan to change the old laundry into new homes. These homes are called condominiums. The project was finished in 2008, giving the historic buildings a fresh start.
Recognizing History: National Register of Historic Places
The original Yale Steam Laundry buildings are very important. Because of their history and design, they were added to the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) in 1999. The NRHP is a special list of places in the United States that are worth protecting.
The buildings are also part of a larger area called the Mount Vernon Square Historic District. This whole district was added to the NRHP in 1994. Being on these lists helps make sure these historic places are kept safe for future generations to enjoy.
