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James Renwick Jr. (born November 11, 1818, Bloomingdale in Upper Manhattan in New York City – June 23, 1895, in New York City) was an American architect in the 19th century, noted especially for designing churches and museums.
- June 23, 1895 (aged 76), New York City, U.S.
- Columbia College
- Architect
- November 11, 1818, New York City, U.S.
Apr 4, 2024 · Gothic Revival. Second Empire style. James Renwick (born Nov. 1, 1818, New York, N.Y., U.S.—died June 23, 1895, New York City) was one of the most successful, prolific, and versatile American architects in the latter half of the 19th century.
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Designed by James Renwick Jr., it is the largest Gothic Revival Catholic cathedral in North America. The cathedral was constructed starting in 1858 to accommodate the growing Archdiocese of New York and to replace St. Patrick's Old Cathedral.
- United States
- 631 Fifth Avenue, Manhattan, New York City
History. The Castle was the first Smithsonian building, designed by architect James Renwick Jr., whose other works include St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York City and the Smithsonian's Renwick Gallery, also in Washington D.C.
- October 15, 1966
- James Renwick, Jr.
- 1849–1855
- Washington, D.C.
Smithsonian Institution | SAH ARCHIPEDIA. Washington, D.C. » The Mall » Smithsonian Institution. Smithsonian Institution. - A A + A. The Castle. 1846–1855, James Renwick, Jr. South side of Mall on Jefferson Dr. between 9th and 12th streets SW. Smithsonian Castle (© Franz Jantzen) (Richard W. Longstreth) Smithsonian Institution ()
Architect. Columbia College 1836, M.A. 1839. A leader of multiple architectural movements in the 19th-century United States, James Renwick, Jr., elevated contemporary regard for the profession through his designs for high-profile buildings such as the Smithsonian "Castle" in Washington and St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York.
