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Despite being in one of the most coveted areas of New York City, the incredible 9-story building at 5 Beekman Street has sat abandoned for decades.
Located just one block from City Hall, 5 Beekman Street is more than just an awe-inspiring structure; it is more like an inside secret. Tourists, businessmen and regulars pass it without knowing about the mystery behind its brick terra-cotta disguise. Having been vacant for nearly a decade with parts of it shuttered since the 1940s, this elegant building does not accommodate a single soul.
Check out the full article to learn more about the history of this stunning abandoned building.
via Atlas Obscura
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