James Baldwin House
Historic residence · Manhattan, United States
Writers & poets
History
The James Baldwin House is a rowhouse at 137 West 71st Street on the Upper West Side of Manhattan in New York City, New York, US. It is notable as the residence of author and activist James Baldwin from 1966 until his death in 1987. Because of its association with Baldwin and his stature as a prominent LGBTQ figure, the house is a New York City designated landmark and listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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About James Baldwin
James Arthur Baldwin was an American writer and civil rights activist who garnered acclaim for his essays, novels, plays, and poems. His 1953 novel Go Tell It on the Mountain has been ranked by Time magazine as one of the top 100 English-language novels. His 1955 essay collection Notes of a Native Son helped establish his reputation as a voice for human equality. His 1965 debate with William F. Buckley is regarded as one of the most influential debates. Baldwin was an impactful public figure and orator, especially during the civil rights movement in the United States.
From the Wikipedia article “James Baldwin”, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Visiting
This building is recorded as a residence of the people listed; it may be privately owned and not open to the public. Opening times, tickets and access change, so check the official website before you travel. Get directions.
